“If we plan and act early enough, and use our creativity and cooperation to unleash the genius within our local communities, then we can build a future that could be far more.” – Rob Hopkins
As mentioned in my last entry, in addition to my work with the ashram’s food flow, I am completing my final project for my master’s in community and regional planning, looking specifically at planning for post-carbon food systems. (more…)
Yasodhara Ashram has a goal of being carbon neutral by 2013 and this has made me reflect on sustainability. I’m starting to feel that daily stability and long-term sustainability are deeply intertwined. I see the ashram as an excellent example of a socially sustainable community.
Alanda Greene writes about the sweet offerings of taking time off from our busy lives and spending time going within. This time can be for anyone, especially for those with families. The community of Crawford Bay has recently constructed a new Leeds Gold Standard public school which offers children an inspiring space to learn in. Think about it, stepping out of the fast pace of daily life, slowing down to listen to the wisdom that awaits within and knowing that your family can be there with you.
Yasodhara Heights is the latest building project underway at the Ashram. Swami Sivananda gives us an update on the construction of the first cabin.
October 24th is the day for Climate Change Action. Scientists tell us that 350 parts per million of CO2 in our atmosphere is the safe limit for humanity. The current level is 387. The United Nations will soon be hosting it’s annual meetings on climate change in Copenhagen with the intent of creating a “comprehensive, ambitious and fair international climate change deal.” This year, many organizations have banded together to give citizens of the planet a voice as these discussions are going on. The organization is known as 350.
