Making the Modern World
Making the Modern World
A Guide to Material Consumption and Sustainable Resource Management
About This Book
Materials and the Making of Modern Civilization (2014) examines how humanity has consumed materials throughout history and what lies ahead. This work analyzes the major material categories that define our era and explores strategies for sustainable material management in coming decades.
Who Should Read This?
- People curious about material flows and consumption patterns in contemporary society
- Manufacturers seeking better resource management practices
- Designers working to reduce material waste
- Product developers creating sustainable goods
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