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Septic Tank Magic and Biochar Charged Seedlings
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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 …

How Archaic Local Regulations Are Killing the Future and Homes Built Like Bunkers
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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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Whenever you hear the words “record setting” when applied to demographics or economics, be cautious. Here’s an example.  The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) …

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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 …

The NEXT Global Economy
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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, …

Why 15% Unemployment is Worrisome and Honey Doesn’t Spoil
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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: …

Resilience Everywhere!  A Resilient Community in Fiji?
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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 …

Resilient Entrepreneurs Abroad:  Building Biogas Systems in Kenya
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There are lots of effective ways to build resilient communities (if you think there is only one, you are thinking too narrowly). For example, …

Is TEOTWAWKI (the end of the world as we know it) Real?  Yes and No.
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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 …

Personal Biochar Kilns, Portable Factories, DiY Septic Tank Cleaning, and Guerrilla Grafting
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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 …