Title
The Upcycle: Beyond Sustainabilitydesigning For Abundance
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From The Authors Of Cradle To Cradle, We Learn What'S Next: The Upcyclethe Upcycle Is The Eagerly Awaited Followup To Cradle To Cradle, One Of The Most Consequential Ecological Manifestoes Of Our Time. Now, Drawing On The Green Living Lessons Gained From 10 Years Of Putting The Cradle To Cradle Concept Into Practice With Businesses, Governments, And Ordinary People, William Mcdonough And Michael Braungart Envision The Next Step In The Solution To Our Ecological Crisis: We Don'T Just Use Or Reuse And Recycle Resources With Greater Effectiveness, We Actually Improve The Natural World As We Live, Create, And Build.For Mcdonough And Braungart, The Questions Of Resource Scarcity And Sustainability Are Questions Of Design. They Are Practicalminded Visionaries: They Envision Beneficial Designs Of Products, Buildings, And Business Practicesand They Show Us These Ideas Being Put To Use Around The World As Everyday Objects Like Chairs, Cars, And Factories Are Being Reimagined Not Just To Sustain Life On The Planet But To Grow It. It Is An Eyeopening, Inspiring Tour Of Our Green Future As It Unfolds In Front Of Us.The Upcycle Is As Ambitious As Such Classics As Rachel Carson'S Silent Springbut Its Mission Is Very Different. Mcdonough And Braungart Want To Turn On Its Head Our Very Understanding Of The Human Role On Earth: Instead Of Protecting The Planet From Human Impact, Why Not Redesign Our Activity To Improve The Environment? We Can Have A Beneficial, Sustainable Footprint. Abundance For All. The Goal Is Within Our Reach.
By changing our most important processes and
products, we have already made a big leap forward. This ranges from the
increased use of more sustainable fibers to the use of more
environmentally friendly printing processes to the development of
efficient waste management in our value chain.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main concept of 'The Upcycle'? A: 'The Upcycle' discusses how we can improve the environment through innovative design rather than merely sustaining it. The authors propose that design should enhance the natural world while fulfilling human needs.
- Q: Who are the authors of 'The Upcycle'? A: The book is written by William McDonough and Michael Braungart, known for their influential work in sustainable design and their previous book, 'Cradle to Cradle'.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Upcycle'? A: 'The Upcycle' was published on April 16, 2013.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Upcycle' have? A: 'The Upcycle' contains 227 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'The Upcycle' have? A: 'The Upcycle' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'The Upcycle' suitable for beginners in sustainability? A: Yes, 'The Upcycle' is written in an accessible manner, making it suitable for beginners interested in sustainability and green design.
- Q: What category does 'The Upcycle' fall under? A: 'The Upcycle' is categorized under 'Sustainability & Green Design'.
- Q: What unique perspective does 'The Upcycle' offer on human impact? A: 'The Upcycle' challenges the traditional view of minimizing human impact on the environment, advocating instead for redesigning our activities to create a beneficial ecological footprint.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of 'The Upcycle'? A: Yes, 'The Upcycle' is published as a First Edition.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in 'The Upcycle'? A: Key themes include the reimagining of products and systems for ecological benefit, the importance of design in sustainability, and practical examples of how these concepts are being implemented globally.