The Regenerative Materials Movement: Dispatches from Practitioners, Researchers, and Advocates (ePDF)

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The Regenerative Materials Movement: Dispatches from Practitioners, Researchers, and Advocates draws on the expertise of a diverse range of thought leaders across the industry who share their stories, research, revelations, and insights in a series of dispatches, which together help sketch a bold vision for overcoming the drawbacks of our current materials economy. This book is a valuable resource for designers, manufacturers, educators and students, advocates, and other people who are interested in a deeper understanding of regenerative materials for fighting climate change and achieving health, equity, and wellness in the built environment.

Truly regenerative materials do not come at the expense of some while benefitting others, and they do not harm health. Regenerative materials minimize or mitigate climate emissions, and they can contribute to the protection and even restoration of ecosystems. For this reason, the book is divided into three sections: Justice & Equity; Health; and Climate & the Environment.