ARCHITECTURE TO ZUCCHINI
The people, companies and organizations pioneering sustainability
Program length: 129 min.
Presentation: 13 segments (12 case studies; each is a separate video for individual viewing)
Media format: DVD (plays in zones 1, 2 and 4 -- U.S., Europe, South Pacific, Japan)
Cost: $24.95 plus $5.50 S/H (US funds)
UPC: 854628001013
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"Architecture to Zucchini" is an exploration of socially responsible businesses and the passionate leaders who drive them. These are the pioneers who have put the principles of sustainability to work. In the process, they've built thriving companies and sparked regional economic development. It also features insights of nationally recognized leaders of organizations that focus on sustainability — those who serve industry, education, communities and government.
Through interviews and tours in 12 case studies, these innovators reveal the impact of merging economic, social and environmental considerations in their business plans and operations. And they share everything from lessons learned to the challenges they've faced, even the unexpected opportunities for strategic alliances within and outside their industries.
"Architecture to Zucchini" is especially designed to support higher education curriculum on sustainability, business/entrepreneurship/ management, as well as companies considering adoption of sustainable practices and organizations with missions related to sustainability. This program also is for industry organizations, individuals interested in learning about sustainability and libraries for their ecology, environmental and socially responsible business collections.
Each segment may be viewed individually for classroom use or group presentations. Segment run times (6 to 12 min. each).
Two hours (presented as separate, short videos) of interviews, company tours and more. Below are the case studies and run times of each:
Norm Thompson - John and Jane Emrick, Owners (10:09)
Second Nature/EFS West - Anthony Cortese, Ph.D., Founder (15:43)
Ecotrust - Spencer Beebe, Founder (10:49)
ShoreBank Pacific - Dave Williams, CEO (12:13)
The Collins Companies - Eric Schooler, CEO (11:37)
Stahlbush Island Farms - Karla and Bill Chambers, Owners (11:35)
Zenger Farm - Wisteria Loeffler, Director (9:17)
Sustainable Northwest - Martin Goebel, President (7:23)
New Seasons Market - Brian Rohter, President (9:48)
Barrs & Genauer - Carrington Barrs, CEO (12:35)
Hot Lips Pizza - David Yudkin, Owner (6:15)
Oregon Natural Step Network - Regina Hauser, Director (6:46)
Reviews
"...challenges viewers to follow these pioneering blueprints presented for achieving universal sustainability...a fairly priced teaching tool..."
(Library Journal, May 15, 2006 issue)
"Congratulations on an excellent production."
—Sarah Lunau, Sustainable Business Project Officer, Rockdale City Council (NSW, Australia)
"Absolutely first class learning resource for the next phase of humanity's journey. Not only are the people interviewed multi-faceted gems, the editing and concise nature of the pieces delivers essential messages and core teachings that will serve people all over the world...as we enter the sustainability era."
—Douglas Cohen, US Partnership for the Decade of Education for Sustainable Development
"The organizations featured in the DVD have created a unique model of building strategic alliances with non-traditional partners to share ideas, work through challenges and strengthen their businesses."
—Laura Ell, "Eco Currents," The International Ecotourism Society
"Great message. Lots of inspiring stories."
—Trish Jerman, Program Manager, Sustainable Universities Initiative, University of Sourth Carolina
"With this DVD, Arnold Creek Productions fills a major need in the sustainability movement—for visual examples of people, companies and organizations working in the trenches. 'Architecture to Zucchini' presents sustainability pioneers and experts sharing their knowledge, experiences and ideas. It targets audiences at multiple levels, offering an excellent primer for those new to the idea and a dose of encouragement for those well experienced in promoting sustainable practices. It's a great DVD to have on hand and share with colleagues and clients. I look forward to more videos of this nature and excellent quality from Arnold Creek Productions."
—Judy Walton, Ph.D., Executive Director, AASHE (formerly Education for Sustainability Western Network)
"The quality of the video segments is very high and the breadth of content makes the DVD a very appealing resource."
—Robert Koester, Co-Chair - Greening of the Campus national conference, Ball State University
"I have to tell you, I shared your DVD with students at school tonight and they were really impressed. It made an impression on their considerations for building businesses. I would like to incorporate this into the [MBA] class I teach next term."
—Debora Sepich, Former Director of Executive Programs/Assistant Professor, George Fox School of Management
"Arnold Creek Productions has a great video out that showcases 12 different companies and organizations that are pioneers in the field of sustainable business. It's about two hours long, and focuses on exploring how to merge economic, social and environmental issues while maintaning a successful business."
Nick Aster, TriplePundit.com |
