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 the Transition Towns movement and have recently been mentioned on the Archers. We are working to relocalise food production, energy, transport and the economy to provide greater community resiliance that we will need to thrive through the coming years of climate change and peak oil. |
A future without oil could be better than the present if we use our imagination and think creatively
Rob Hopkins.
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Thinking of getting involved?
A great informal introduction is to come along to Transition Drinks on the second Tuesday in the month at the Prince Albert in Rodborough, from 7.30pm. Most of our work is done by working groups to get involved contact the working groups which most interest you. Or if you're not sure where to start come along to a film or event or call Helen for an introductory chat. We also have a special section of books and DVDs at Stroud Library.
Working Groups News
13-14th Sept
This is your opportunity to visit homes around Stroud, see renewable energy in action, discuss energy efficiency and get advice on eco-renovations. There's a great range of micro renewable technologies, eco-renovation and new build... everything from solar water heating to the amazing Tranquility House, claimed in some reports to be the most energy efficient house in the world.
More info on: www.stroudopenhomes.org.uk
Changing Gear is a project to encourage cycling to school in Stroud during (and after) national bike week on 14th to 20th June 2008. The project is being organised by Transition Stroud, Stroud Cycle Campaign, Bicycology and the local secondary schools. It is sponsored by Stroud Town Council, Stroud District Council, Ecotricity, The Greenshop, Green Fuels and Transport 21 as well as participating cycle shops, Cytek, Noah's Ark and Stonehouse Accessories.
Stroud is fast becoming an exemplar for local food projects, from our award winning farmers' market to Community Supported Agriculture and communial allotments as well as food distribution and processing.
On the back of Heinberg, we made senior level contacts within Stroud District Council. We used the Portland (Oregon) Transition Plan as a vehicle to facilitate discussion. Stroud District Council was open to this discussion. Between us, we resolved to develop a district wide adaptation plan along the lines of Portland, Oregon.
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 for 2008 will be 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.
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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Stroud CommuniversityAugust 1st-3rd From Action to Vision: Building Vibrant Communities "Learning is like muck-the more you spread it around, the more growth there is!" |
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