Coming from the U.K., there is a worldwide movement which positively addresses all possible aspects of sustainability. It is called Transition Towns or more recently Transition Initiatives. Permaculture allows a very energy-efficient agriculture, food is provided from the nearest neighbourhood. Community building allows all ages to take part and to educate each other. The clear focus on oil and resources reduction (the motive behind TT is PeakOil) allows all kind of sustainable technologies to be implemented, and become developped. Many interesting side effects like creating your own currency can be considered. Sustainable building and renewable energy are other points of attention. An elaborative handbook and various supportive forums / publications are readily available. An Energy Descent Action Plan is a way to engage in a long process, in cooperation with local, regional and national governments, parties, groups, industries, individuals. See Wikipedia for further inspiration.
- by freed schmitter
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