Sustainable Business Model Design : 50 Ways to Innovate for Ecological, Social, and Economic Value

Many companies today are turning to sustainable business models in order to maximize success while utilizing environmentally and socially responsible practices. This book offers the first comprehensive list of patterns of sustainable business models and presents an accessible approach to change existing business models and design new ones from scratch. The 50 patterns for sustainable business model design are grouped along eleven challenges companies typically face in sustainable innovation. They are illustrated with over 100 real world examples of companies and startups that have implemented them. These patterns are designed to help managers and entrepreneurs develop new businesses and create sustainable value.