Some general sustainability learning resources

These resources cater to different learning styles, from visual to auditory, from reading to hands-on activities. We hope you find them helpful!

Videos

• "The 11th Hour" (documentary) - this documentary explores the state of the natural environment and human impact

• "An Inconvenient Sequel" (documentary) - this follow-up to "An Inconvenient Truth" provides an update on climate change and the need for action

• "The Circular Economy: Ellen MacArthur at TEDx" (TED talk) - Ellen MacArthur, a former professional sailor, explains the circular economy and its benefits

Books

• "Cradle to Cradle: Remaking the Way We Make Things" by William McDonough and Michael Braungart - this book proposes a new paradigm of sustainable design that aims to create a regenerative, waste-free economy

• "Natural Capitalism: Creating the Next Industrial Revolution" by Paul Hawken, Amory Lovins, and L. Hunter Lovins - this book argues that businesses can profit from sustainable practices and proposes a framework for a sustainable economy

• "The Upcycle: Beyond Sustainability--Designing for Abundance" by William McDonough and Michael Braungart - this book offers practical advice on how to redesign products, systems, and cities to promote sustainability and abundance

Podcasts

• "Sustainababble" - this podcast covers a wide range of sustainability topics in a humorous and approachable way

• "The Sustainable Business Covered" - this podcast features interviews with sustainability professionals and covers topics such as sustainable supply chains, climate change, and social responsibility

• "The Guardian's "The Business of Sustainability"" - this podcast explores the intersection of business and sustainability, covering topics such as green finance, carbon neutrality, and renewable energy

Case Studies

• "Interface: The World's Largest Sustainable Carpet Manufacturer" - this case study explores how Interface, a carpet manufacturer, transformed their business to become more sustainable

• "Patagonia's Sustainability Strategy: Don't Buy Our Products" - this case study examines how Patagonia's sustainability strategy focuses on reducing consumption and promoting responsible production

• "Unilever's Sustainable Living Plan" - this case study explores how Unilever's Sustainable Living Plan aims to make their business more sustainable while also creating value for stakeholders

White Papers

• "The Circular Economy: A Wealth of Flows" by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation - this white paper provides an overview of the circular economy and its potential benefits

• "Business Resilience in a Changing Climate" by CDP - this white paper explores how businesses can build resilience in the face of climate change

• "The New Sustainability Advantage" by Bob Willard - this white paper argues that businesses can achieve a competitive advantage by integrating sustainability into their strategy

Webinars and Events

• Sustainable Brands Conference - this annual conference brings together sustainability professionals from around the world to share ideas and best practices

• GreenBiz Webinars - GreenBiz hosts webinars on a variety of sustainability topics, including sustainable supply chains, circular economy, and green finance

• BSR Conference - this annual conference focuses on sustainable business practices and features speakers from a range of industries

Interactive Exercises

• "The Sustainability Compass" by B Lab - an online tool that helps businesses assess and improve their sustainability performance

• "The Circular Design Guide" by IDEO - a free online guide that teaches sustainable design principles and provides tools for designing circular products and systems

• "The Carbon Footprint Calculator" by the Nature Conservancy - an online tool that helps individuals and businesses measure and reduce their carbon footprint