Modelling the Post-Fossil-Fuel Future. When the economy will shrink and localism will grow,
In transitioning from fossil fuels, providing essential services like potable water becomes a critical challenge. For a localist community with no access to mains electricity and water and a shrinking economy, innovative and sustainable approaches are necessary to ensure a reliable water supply. This piece explores the community’s strategies to secure clean drinking water, emphasizing …
In the tapestry of modern living, there’s a growing thread of desire woven into the fabric of society—one that yearns for a departure from conventional dependency on centralised systems. This thread manifests as off-grid development, a movement propelled by the desire for domestic independence. It’s a narrative of self-sufficiency, sustainability, and autonomy, where individuals and …
In an era characterized by shrinking economies and diminishing fossil fuel availability, the design of our homes takes on renewed significance as we seek to create spaces that are not only comfortable and functional but also sustainable and resilient. House design shapes our relationship with the environment, influencing energy consumption, resource utilization, and overall well-being. …
In an era of shrinking economies and diminishing fossil fuel availability, traditional top-down planning approaches face unprecedented challenges, requiring a fundamental rethink of governance structures and decision-making processes. Top-down planning, characterized by centralised authority, bureaucratic inertia, and limited public participation, is ill-suited to address the complex and interconnected challenges posed by climate change, resource depletion, …