The Best Robert Redford Quotes on Climate Change and the Environment Redford was a prolific climate activist. ET Source: MEGAActor Robert Redford was a profoundly impactful and passionate climate activist throughout his life. Article continues below advertisementTo honor Redford's activism, the Green Matters team is publishing three of its favorite Redford quotes relating to climate change and the environment. Below, we've hand-picked three of the best Redford quotes on climate change and the environment to honor a proud and successful man. The quote attests to the indiscriminate nature of climate change; that is to say, climate change cares not about the wealth of a certain region, its people, or any other personal attributes.