change over 30-50 years.
According to Prof. Speth the USA missed to opportunity to begin these
changes, when they were first suggested in the 1980's. He thinks that
was a great strategic mistake for the USA and for the world.
I imagine transitional city with eight major transitions to achieve.
To sustainable consumption. We must use less STUFF.
To competent participatory governance. Open - Transparent
To a controlled population policy. Who is a member?
To the use of appropriate green technologies. Strong Sustainability.
To a new consciousness of our place in on the planet, and in the community.
To a market with environmentally honest prices.
To learning and knowledge for everyone. University in every home.
To social and economic justice for all members. Rights and
responsibilities.
My source for these ideas is Prof. James Gustave Speth, an American who
wrote “Bridge at the Edge of the World”. I have made my notes on this
book available here.
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/5987707/BridgeattheEdge.doc (Word)
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/5987707/BridgeattheEdge.odt (Open Office)
Also see: The Transition Handbook - Totnes in Devon
http://www.transitiontowns.org.nz/node/76