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The Upcycle

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What’s it about?

A radical design manifesto that flips sustainability on its head—showing how to create products, buildings, and cities that give back more than they take, like a cherry tree in a forest.

You’ll learn

  • Why 'less bad' is not good enough
  • Biological vs. technical nutrients
  • Designing for a positive footprint
  • Turning waste into food