Imperfect Environmentalist - by Sheila M Morovati (Hardcover)

About the Book

Imperfect Environmentalist chronicles how Sheila Morovati founded two nonprofits for reducing environmental waste and offers advice for readers on how they can have a positive impact on the environment in their own lives through small changes that add up.

Book Synopsis

Imperfect Environmentalist chronicles how Sheila Morovati founded two nonprofits for reducing environmental waste and offers advice for readers on how they can have a positive impact on the environment in their own lives through small changes that add up.

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I have known Shelia for many years and what she has done with Imperfect Environmentalist, along with her ongoing work, is to provide a practical, down-to-earth guide for everyone to make changes through the proven model Sheila has demonstrated over, and over, again. This is the way for change, by you and I taking action ourselves. This book blows away the idea that we cannot do it. In fact, we can and must.

Many find it disheartening when the truth of recycling and the end fate of waste is revealed. Morovati, who has successfully launched global environmental campaigns and works as the founder/president of the nonprofits Crayon Collection and Habits of Waste, presents a sustainability title that is not strictly a guide. It reads like the memoir of someone who has realized that by changing one tiny habit at a time, she can make a difference. From reusing restaurant crayons to getting new water fountains for a local school, each chapter brings something unexpected. She demonstrates how each of her sustainability projects started small, but she was able to advocate for (or occasionally change a law) on a much larger scale.... This is the book to read when the world's pollution problem becomes too overwhelming

Sheila Morovati is a true force of nature in the world of sustainable change. Her remarkable journey is a testament to the power of passion, creativity, and deep insights into the mechanisms of behavior change. In her book, she masterfully demonstrates how innovative thinking can serve as a catalyst for effectively "nudging" consumers towards more sustainable behaviors, with technology as a pivotal enabler. Furthermore, what sets Sheila apart is her ability to drive change through the stakeholder theory. She has been remarkable in shaping policies and legislation to advance eco-friendly ways of living for sustained progress on a broader scale. Her work brilliantly bridges theory and practice, providing an inspirational roadmap for readers to make a meaningful impact.

Sheila Morovati's Imperfect Environmentalist: How to Reduce Waste and Create Change for a Better Planet is a roadmap of environmental stewardship. Packed with tips, insights, and how-tos, Sheila shares the story of how she influenced our throw-away society and through her experiences, teaches us how to reduce plastic waste, lower our carbon footprint, make better food choices, save money, influence major companies, help pass legislation, and motivate young people. This book makes it clear that participating in the environmental movement is available to everyone. It's an inspiration for those who wish to make a difference.

The transition toward a more sustainable future will require us to both press for large institutional changes and make a wide range of lifestyle changes. We often wrongly assume that there's a choice about doing one or the other, but Imperfect Environmentalist makes a great case for how to do both at once. Sheila Morovati shows how small efforts can have a big impact.

About the Author

Sheila M. Morovati is the founder and president of two non-profit organizations: Crayon Collection and Habits of Waste. She has fostered systemic change by targeting major corporations, giving everyday individuals the power to make better choices for the planet and inspiring meaningful activism. She was invited by the World Economic Forum to participate in their platforms "Nutrition Disruptors" and "Consumers for Climate Action," for which her work was published. Sheila has been featured in People Magazine, LA Times, The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, BUZZFEED, ATTN: Media, Forbes, HuffPost, Bloomberg Radio, and various regional broadcasts. She has been seen on national television shows such as The Kelly Clarkson Show and CBS Sunday Morning. Sheila was born in Tehran, Iran, and now lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two children.