William McDonough Books

Michael Braungart is a German chemist who holds a chair in industrial ecology and Cradle to Cradle management at Erasmus University in Rotterdam. He is a visiting professor at TU Delft, The Netherlands. He was one of the founders of Germany’s Green Party.

William McDonough is an American architect and founding partner of William McDonough + Partners. In 1996, he received the Presidential Award for Sustainable Development. In 1999, Time recognized him as a “Hero for the Planet.”

  1. 1Cradle to Cradle

    Cradle to Cradle

    William McDonough and Michael Braungart

    Remaking the Way We Make Things

    4.3 (115 ratings)

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    What's Cradle to Cradle about?

    Cradle to Cradle (2009) exposes the fundamental flaws of manufacturing and the damage it inflicts upon our environment, even as we attempt to be eco-friendly. These blinks also introduce you to ways in which you can make a positive impact on the planet, and guide you through the process of rethinking your business in order to become eco-efficient.

    Who should read Cradle to Cradle?

    • Businesses looking to become more environmentally friendly
    • People interested in the impact of industry today
    • Anyone curious about alternative approaches to doing business
  2. 2The Upcycle

    The Upcycle

    William McDonough and Michael Braungart

    Beyond Sustainability – Designing for Abundance

    3.9 (51 ratings)

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    What's The Upcycle about?

    The Upcycle (2013) explains that eco-consciousness and economics needn’t be at odds. In fact, ecological sustainability is good economics, and humans can nurture the planet by learning from nature and starting a green revolution.

    Who should read The Upcycle?

    • Proponents of the “green movement”
    • Eco-conscious business owners