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We’re In a Slow Motion Collapse, TAKE Advantage of the Time Available
Our economic and political system is in collapse and there’s no way to fix it from inside the system. It’s a systemic crisis. …
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Septic Tank Magic and Biochar Charged Seedlings
The thermometer is expected to get into the 30’s (F) this week. I take that as a sign that it’s time to wrap up …
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How Archaic Local Regulations Are Killing the Future and Homes Built Like Bunkers
It’s simple. In order to future proof our prosperity, we’re going to need to become productive locally. Specifically, we need produce more food, energy, …
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2012 Maker Faire Presentation + 3 Ways to Turn Ideas into Products
Today’s letter includes: My presentation on Resilient Communities at the 2012 New York City Maker Faire Three new ways (low-cost) ways to turn ideas …
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The NEXT Global Economy
I’m headed off to New York City tomorrow to speak at the NYC Maker Faire. Why? If you haven’t been to a Maker Faire before, …
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Why 15% Unemployment is Worrisome and Honey Doesn’t Spoil
One day a week, I write a letter that’s a grab bag of topics. This is the day. Here’s what is in today’s letter: …
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Resilience Everywhere! A Resilient Community in Fiji?
I’m on my way to Fiji in November for an interesting meet-up. Where’s Fiji and why are you going? First, Fiji is an island …
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Resilient Entrepreneurs Abroad: Building Biogas Systems in Kenya
There are lots of effective ways to build resilient communities (if you think there is only one, you are thinking too narrowly). For example, …
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Is TEOTWAWKI (the end of the world as we know it) Real? Yes and No.
Today’s letter was prompted by a reader that sent me a letter last night. The question is simple: Is there such a thing as …
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Personal Biochar Kilns, Portable Factories, DiY Septic Tank Cleaning, and Guerrilla Grafting
I’m currently busy trying to finish this month’s (and the inaugural) issue of the Resilient Communities newsletter.* It’s coming together nicely, I think you’ll love …
