The Local Economy Solution
So, cities and states should stop trying to lure huge corporations from one jurisdiction to another and should instead invest in the local businesses that are likely to stay, create jobs, and support the local economy.
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Scaling up Transition in Peterborough
Like many Transition, and other changemaking initiatives around the world, Transition Town Peterborough (TTP) has been giving some serious thought to how it might scale up its impacts.
The Benefits of Localism
A “pollinator” is a social enterprise with an explicit mission to support other local businesses—and it does so in a way that is self-financing.
The Inspiring Tale of the Re-imagining of Preston’s Economy
We are often asked "what would a Transition local government look like?" It’s a complex question, but one Council taking a pioneering approach to its local economy is Preston in Lancashire.
These Neighbors Got Together to Buy Vacant Buildings. Now They’re Renting to Bike Shops and Brewers
While the investment cooperatives that have formed in northeast Minneapolis and in Sangudo have relied primarily on the resources of the communities starting them, both initiatives have also benefited from favorable state and provincial policies.
The Trouble with Modernization: Lessons for Endangered Markets Everywhere
Despite their many benefits, public markets, particularly in the context of developing countries, can be endangered by many forces – and often by a combination of forces.
Local Economies on the Table
The EU is seeking a massive expansion of local governments compelled to open their procurement contracts to bids from EU firms, perhaps even the unconditional access achieved in the EU-Canada trade deal. No U.S. trade agreement to date has included such broad coverage of public procurement commitments.
Priorities in Port-au-Prince: Iron Market Sparks Regeneration
Rebuilding the market was a top priority not only because of its vital role in the local economy, but also because of its symbolic value—representing the strength and resilience of the community.
A New Economy is Emerging
Sandy tells of localism, emergence, a new type of financial system, and more…
Divesting with Every Purchase: Independent Business in the New Economy
Joe tells about the unifying nature of Main Street, bridging the “resource gap,” and more…
Kickstarting Local Economies
Kelley Rajala on local economic impact centers, planning for succession, import substitution, and more.
Locally Invested
Developing an investment paradigm for the future that’s rooted in local business and healthy food, first with Michael Shuman, and Slow Money with Carol Peppe Hewitt.