Book description
Dispatches from the regenerative landscape, where pioneering entrepreneurs use their businesses as catalysts of change to go beyond sustainability and solve social and environmental problems Political upheaval and social turmoil have peeled back the glitzy layers of capitalism to reveal an uncomfortable truth: historically, businesses have sourced materials from remote corners of the globe and moved millions of people and tons of cargo around the clock--all in the name of profit. Yet many of today's startups are rewriting the rules of business: how it's done, by whom, and, most importantly, for what purpose. Journalist Esha Chhabra draws on her decades of reporting to explore not only the "feel good, do good" factors of these restorative enterprises but also the nuanced realities and promise of regenerative business operations. Working to Restore examines revolutionary approaches in nine areas: agriculture, waste, supply chain, inclusivity for the collective good, women in the workforce, travel, health, energy, and finance. The companies profiled are solving global issues: promoting responsible production and consumption, creating equitable opportunities for all, encouraging climate action, and more. Chhabra highlights how their work moves beyond the greenwashed idea of "sustainability" into a new era of regeneration and restoration. We meet and learn from people like -Marius Smit, founder of Plastic Whale, the first company to build boats entirely out of plastic waste removed from our oceans and waterways -Sรฉbastien Kopp and Franรงois-Ghislain Morillion, cofounders of Veja, a shoe brand whose mission it is to make the most ecologically sensitive shoes possible -Konrad Brits at Falcon Coffees, a trading company leading the way with a "collaborative supply chain" by investing in the local farmers who grow and harvest coffee beans -"Chief Toaster" Rob Wilson and Tristram Stuart at Toast Ale, who partner with Wold Top Yorkshire Brewery to repurpose surplus bread and produce an award-winning IPA -Scott Fry and Martha Butler of Loving Earth, a supply chain company that sources cacao from indigenous communities and brings their people and practices to the forefront Working to Restore highlights our most innovative entrepreneurs yet, those who understand that we cannot expect to create radical change if we try to "sustain" a system that has long been broken. Instead, their efforts of restoration and regeneration should be used as a model for other forward-thinking enterprises. Inspiring and engaging, this book shows it is possible for a business to thrive while living its mission and how the rules can be rewritten to put both the planet and its global citizens at the center.
Sugar Apple
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Digital Goddess
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WonderWords
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Mint Ness
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Black Mustard
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Cross Thread
I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, thanks to this app. The narrator's voice was like butter - smooth, rich, and utterly pleasant to listen to for hours. They handled complex sentences with ease, making even dense material accessible. I never had to rewind because I missed something due to unclear delivery. Perfection!
Spunky Chick
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Esquire
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch has made my listening experience even more seamless. WiFi downloads save a lot of time. Great feature!
Winded On Friday
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DreamWeaver
The smart recommendation feature keeps surprising me with books I never knew I'd love. I love the auto-rewind feature. ListenBook always picks up right where I left off. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
Snow Hound
ListenBook has turned my everyday moments into extraordinary journeys of imagination. ListenBook has rekindled my love for learning, one audio experience at a time. I can't get enough of this app's easy navigation and quick access to chapters and playback controls. Audiobooks at my fingertips โ this app's functionality is truly impressive. ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. Unlimited audiobook length? Count me in!
Judge
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The Flying Mouse
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The Shield Toronto
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Arsenic Coo
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats means I can now enjoy all my favorite audiobooks in one place. I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in books through this app. I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle.
Mirage
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to spread the joy.
Venom Petunia
ListenBook Pro's sharing features allow me to spread the joy of audiobooks with my friends and family. ListenBook's sharing options make it easy to share the joy of captivating stories with friends and family. ListenBook is like a personal audiobook library in my pocket. Organized and easily accessible.
Toy Dogwatch
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MysticMingle
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42nd Street
This app has brought back the joy of reading, even when I'm on the move. Say goodbye to cumbersome interfaces โ this app's intuitive controls and user-friendly design have elevated my audiobook experience to new heights. ๐ฑ๐ Bookmarking favorite parts of audiobooks is a breeze. It's like having a personalized study guide.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience