The article questions the use of discount rates to evaluate the well-being of future generations based on current economic decisions. It argues that simply applying a discount rate overlooks the impact of environmental degradation on the production process and the efficiency of goods. The study highlights that the discount rate chosen can significantly affect the perceived value of future generations' quality of life. The focus should be on understanding the actual production process and its relationship to environmental protection, rather than relying on a single discount rate to assess the well-being of future generations.