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4.4 The Green Issue
In recognition of our new Cradle to Cradle collaboration, we dedicated an entire issue of MATTER to sustainability. From fuel efficient planes to renewable materials, we explore solutions that are revolutionizing the design world. Read about McDonough and Braungart's design paradigm for the future, an interview with Yves Behar, and more.

Feature Article

MATTER talks to Yves Behar

Yves Behar's designs are making a difference. From his OLPC (One laptop Per Child) to his revolutionary Leaf LED lamp for Herman Miller, the designer is changing the way we work and live. Read MATTER's interview with Yves and the ways in which he is making more sustainable design.

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In This Issue

Cradle to Cradle Design

Created by Michael Braungard and William McDonough, the Cradle to Cradle design philosophy proposes that we take a tip from nature in the way we approach design. Rather than pull materials from the earth, produce a product, and then throw it out, work within an ecosystem where everything feeds the next generation.

Into the Wild Green Yonder

Materials and technologies are changing the way we travel - on land, sea, and in the air. Here we take a look at the way new composite technologies are reshaping (literally) the aerospace industry, and how the next generation of high-speed trains will fly (also literally) down the tracks.

Concepts in Sustainable Design

Cradle to Cradle has a number of different components. Cynthia Tyler, Ph.D. takes a look at some of the recent advances in materials and technology related to solar power production, materials recycling, and more.