Here is a list of books I personally enjoyed and that might help any professional looking to
deepen their perspective on sustainability, business, and systems change:
� Net Positive – Paul Polman & Andrew Winston
A roadmap for companies to succeed by giving more to the world than they take.
� The Solutionists – Solitaire Townsend
A call to action for creative problem-solvers tackling sustainability challenges.
� Thinking in Systems – Donella Meadows
A classic guide to understanding complex systems and designing long-term solutions.
� Doughnut Economics – Kate Raworth
A new economic model that balances human wellbeing with planetary boundaries.
� This Changes Everything – Naomi Klein
A bold critique of how climate change challenges current economic and political systems.
� The Future We Choose: Surviving the Climate Crisis – Christiana Figueres & Tom Rivett-Carnac
Insights from the architects of the Paris Agreement on how to build a livable future.
� Regeneration: Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation – Paul Hawken
A solutions-driven book with practical actions across sectors and communities.
� Let My People Go Surfing: The Education of a Reluctant Businessman – Yvon Chouinard
Lessons from Patagonia’s founder on values, leadership, and purpose in business.
� How Bad Are Bananas? The Carbon Footprint of Everything – Mike Berners-Lee
A practical reference showing the carbon impact of everyday choices and activities.
Each one brings a different angle. From systems thinking and economics to leadership, corporate
strategy, and practical tools for action.