By Richard Heinberg, Post Carbon Institute
If groups seeking to make the post-carbon transition go more smoothly and equitably are to have much hope of success, they need a sound strategy grounded in a realistic theory of change. Here, briefly, is a theory of change that makes sense to me.
By Eric Zencey, The Daly News
As I tried to comprehend the tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut, my thoughts were with the victims and their families. The horror I feel is nothing compared to what they have been required to experience and absorb. Understanding what happened seems impossible — but attempt to understand it we must, if we are to reduce the occurrence of these devastating shooting tragedies in the future. As I wondered along with the rest of America how this could happen, my thoughts turned to ancient philosophy — specifically, to the teachings of Aristotle and what he said about causation.
By Richard Heinberg, Post Carbon Institute
Setting aside the discussion of international conflict, what will be the options of nations for dealing internally with economic decline? So far, the first resort of many countries has been fiscal austerity.
By Michael Shuman, Code Green Community
Check out this short interview with Michael followed by short 12 ways community’s can become economic resilient. Recorded at the FL Small Farms and Alternative Enterprise Conference 2012.
By Michael Shuman, argusfest
Michael Shuman talks about his book Local Money, Local Sense. Recorded at the Boulder Bookstore on February 22, 2012.
By Michael Shuman, Climate One
Michael Shuman at Climate One, a special project of the Commonwealth Club of California.
By Michael Shuman, Orion Magazine
Not even 1 percent of Americans’ long-term savings are invested locally, largely because it’s just not possible under the current system. But what would our towns look like if a larger fraction of this $30 trillion were in local economies?
By Michael Shuman, Post Carbon Institute
The mainstream’s view about small business is nicely encapsulated in the 1960s cult classic, “Bambi Meets Godzilla.” In 90 mesmerizing seconds Tokyo’s all-star quickly dispatches the cute Disney character with a single, pulverizing stomp.
By Michael Shuman, National Trust for Historic Preservation
Michael Shuman speaks at the National Trust Main Street Center Green Summit (Feb 2011) about BALLE collaboration.