Interviewer: You have said that the environmental movement is grounded in the Judeo-Christian tradition but is at the same time hostile to the Biblical view of humankind. ..... I favor an environmentalism that is rooted in our tradition, combing full awareness of our falen state as huan beings with the knowledge and assurance that we are nonetheless unique creatures, with unique rights and responsibilities.
――慶應義塾大学(理工学部)――2003年