Working to Restore

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A 2023 Porchlight Business Book Award and Inc. Non-Obvious Book Award winner, this work explores the transformative power of pioneering entrepreneurs who use their businesses to address social and environmental challenges. In a world where traditional capitalism often prioritizes profit over ethics, many startups are redefining business practices for a greater purpose. Journalist Esha Chhabra draws on her extensive reporting to delve into the realities and potential of regenerative business operations, moving beyond mere sustainability. The book examines innovative approaches across nine sectors, including agriculture, waste, supply chain, inclusivity, women in the workforce, travel, health, energy, and finance. The featured companies are actively promoting responsible production, equitable opportunities, and climate action. Chhabra introduces inspiring figures such as Marius Smit of Plastic Whale, who creates boats from ocean plastic, and the founders of Veja, who produce ecologically sensitive footwear. Other notable profiles include Konrad Brits from Falcon Coffees, who invests in local farmers, and the team at Toast Ale, which repurposes surplus bread into award-winning beer. Working to Restore emphasizes that radical change cannot stem from sustaining a flawed system. Instead, it presents a vision of restoration and regeneration as a model for forward-thinking enterprises, demonstrating that businesses can thrive while