Transition Stroud is a network for local people and groups working on the transition to a locally based low carbon lifestyle.We are part of growing the Transition Towns movement in the UK. We've been running for around 2 years developing practical answers to the question: how can our community respond to the challenges, and opportunities, of Peak Oil and Climate Change? |
A future without oil could be better than the present if we use our imagination and think creatively
Rob Hopkins.
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Working Groups News
For a report from the conference see The Livelihoods Group has been working hard on creating a local currency for Stroud and the Five Valleys. The Stroud Pound was launched on 12th September 2009.
Visit www.stroudpound.org.uk to find out about this initiative plus news, comments, contacts and where to obtain your Stroud Pounds!
We are always on the lookout for more helpers to assist in running the scheme.
12-13th Sept
This was an opportunity to visit homes around Stroud, see renewable energy in action, discuss energy efficiency and get advice on eco-renovations. There was a great range of micro renewable technologies, eco-renovation and new build... everything from solar water heating to external insulation, claimed in some reports to be the most energy efficient house in the world.
For more on the event, please download the report: open_homes_report_2009 More info at: www.stroudopenhomes.org.uk
Minutes of meeting 28th January 2010
The food group have decided that they will not meet again as a group as the members have too much practical work to do and could not fit in another meeting.
Fi Macmillan and Simon Allen recently gave a talk at the Improvement and Development agency for local government Positive Future's Conference, 5th May 2009
For a full transcript see_idea_conf_may_2009.
We have been discussing the skills which are needed in a community preparing for transition and how they are going to be shared and learned.
See Stroud Communiversity (events)
The Health Group aim to investigate the issue of community health. What is a healthy community? What are the issues that need tackling? What resources do we have locally? We will look at educating people into health and supporting one another in moving towards a vibrant, healthy community.
Our focus is on skill sharing – from basic crafts like needlework and knitting to fabric making, dyeing and printing. We want to show others that it can be fun to make your own clothes, update your old ones or exchange with others through charity shops, freecycle or clothes swap parties.
If anyone has seen the Transition Banner, made by The Textile Group 2 years ago, could you please let Clare know where and when it was last seen as it needs to be traced. It is made of wool applique, with Transition Stroud across it. There is a photo of it on the website home page. Contact Textile group co-ordinator Clare Sheridan This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it 01453 827286
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Several general purpose computer training sessions have been setup to help anyone who wants to learn a bit more about computers, the internet and how to use technology to your advantage without it taking over your life.
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The Practical Sustainability Course One year part time (16 hours per week) Starts 22nd April 2010 at Hamilton House in Bristol Heard all you need to hear about global environmental problems and the need for change? Looking for creative solutions to prepare for a post-oil, low carbon future? The Practical Sustainability Course is an in-depth hands-on study of all aspects of sustainability. Covering Permaculture Design, Organic Horticulture, Green Building, Energy, Woodland Management, Soil, Ecological Interactions, Group Dynamics, Communication, Conflict Resolution, Transition, Herbal Medicine, Animal Husbandry and much much more. This course offers holistic, challenging, hands-on learning to give you the skills you need to make positive change in your life and community. For anyone wanting to make a difference. A collaboration of some of the most experienced tutors in the South West including Sarah Pugh, Patrick Whitefield, Dr Chris Johnstone, Tim Foster, Matt Dunwell, Max Drake, Jackson Moulding, Justin Smith, Jenni Horsfall, Ben Law and many more. Visit www.shiftbristol.org.uk for more details. |
History in the making
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