Andrew Knox 13 August, 2010
Transition Towns Offering Positive Encouragement Mechanics of Transition Towns Transition Toronto
Transition Towns
We have problems Rockström et al., 2009, Nature 461 “The problem is the solution.” -Bill Mollison
Positive Aspects of a Low-Carbon Future
Transition The “how” remains
Transition: How it works Community-based Positive Attitude Transition Culture, arts, stories etc. Twelve Steps
Step 1: Start a steering group Step 2: Raise awareness Step 5: Form sub-groups (e.g. food, housing) Step 8: Facilitate the Great Reskilling
Transition Toronto Started in late 2009 Working towards urban Transition – Montreal, London, Los Angeles – Transition Canada, National networks Transition cafes, workshops East Toronto Transition Enthusiasts, Annex, Parkdale, North York (pods) transitiontoronto.ning.com (check events)
Transition Toronto Raising awareness Still need members, skills Everyone can join! – Start your own pod Do transition projects, we will support you
“No spin, no sugar coating” “Not a good chance, but our best chance” We have big problems Transition is a framework for solutions
Thank you! Andrew Knox transitiontoronto.ning.com