Net Positive Economy: Regenerative Business Models, Inclusive Growth, and Sustainable Economic Transformation - Paperback

by Robert C. Brears (Author)

Discover how net positive strategies are redefining sustainable development and reshaping the future of business, finance, and policy.

Net Positive Economy: Regenerative Growth, Inclusive Value, and Sustainable Business Transformation is the essential guide to building economies that give back more than they take. This book explores how regenerative models, inclusive practices, and systems thinking can restore ecosystems, empower communities, and drive long-term resilience.

Covering everything from strategy and measurement to finance and governance, this comprehensive resource equips sustainability professionals, corporate leaders, ESG investors, and policymakers with the tools to implement net positive principles. Readers will learn about:

• Net positive economy fundamentals - Understand how this approach differs from net zero and carbon neutrality
• Regenerative business models - Build circular, restorative systems that enhance natural capital
• Inclusive value creation - Integrate equity, stakeholder engagement, and social impact into core strategy
• Systems thinking for sustainability - Design resilient operations aligned with planetary health
• Measuring impact effectively - Use KPIs, lifecycle assessments, and integrated reporting
• Aligning with global thresholds - Operate within planetary boundaries and social foundations

With actionable insights, emerging frameworks, and real-world relevance, this book bridges the gap between ambition and implementation. Whether you're leading a corporate transition, shaping sustainability policy, or investing in systemic change, this guide will help you deliver lasting positive outcomes for people and the planet.