October 2007 Salon
From Mastery of Learning
October 25 4 Book Salon for Curious Readers
Cradle to Cradle: Remaking the Way we Make Things
by William McDonough and Michael Braungart
The authors’ point of view is that waste equals nutrition, either biological or technological. William McDonough introduces a new paradigm of design where there is zero waste. How can we change from downcycling—we don’t really recycle—to something else?
Why bother to read it?
The authors propose how to eliminate the concept of waste and preserve commerce, while allowing for human nature. They show some good examples of corporations that are actually doing good for the environment and the neighborhoods around them and making money while they do it. It is an exciting new paradigm in design.
Make sure to take time to watch the TEDcast.
Read the review or order the book at Amazon.com.
Doors open at 7 p.m.
| Location: | The home of Chris Welsh Creole on Yorktown Apartments 2400 Yorktown #495 [ map ] Houston, TX 77056 |
| Cost: | $15 (includes soup, assorted snacks, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages) |
Past Salons: November/December 2007 | October 2007 | September 2007 | August 2007 | July 2007 | June 2007 | May 2007 | April 2007 | March 2007 | February 2007 |
Categories: Events | 2007/10/25 | Salons | Design | Environment | Recycling
