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One person rob hopkins, cofounder of the transition towns movement is like an inexhaustible fountain of them. Over 90 minutes of shudderingly good caffeine in totness curator cafe, we captured a. But one day soon supplies are going to run dry and, according to rob hopkins, we need to prepare for that crisis now. Rob hopkins is a cofounder of transition town totnes and transition network, and the author of the power of just doing stuff, the transition handbook, and the transition companion. Its given him a rich pool of examples and people to draw on for his latest book, from what is to what if unleashing the power of imagination to create the future we want. Rob hopkins s latest book, from what is to what if. Rob hopkinss most popular book is the transition handbook.

Why you should listen rob hopkins leads a vibrant new movement of towns and cities that utilize local cooperation and interdependence to shrink their ecological footprints. Transition town totnes ttt is a communityled and run local charity that exists to strengthen the local economy, reduce our environmental impact, and build our resilience for a future with less cheap energy and a changing climate. Read this book and join the battle to preserve our planet. The transition companion by rob hopkins, paperback. Rob hopkins is an activist and writer on environmental issues, based in totnes, england. Rob hopkins work, the transition town movement and robs latest book about using our imagination are all about creating a positive future to create ways to combat the effects of climate change. Rob hopkins of transition town totnes and transition culture as lester brown recently noted on this site, the coming decline of oil will be a seismic economic event. Jun 15, 20 rob hopkins, cofounder of the transition network, which promotes local, selfsufficient economic development. Unleashing the power of imagination to create the future we want will be released on october 8, 2019. Apr 07, 2007 hopkins, who helped create the earliest transition towns in kinsale, ireland, and totnes, devon, and advises the 20 or so others that have signed up, describes himself as an early topper. Rob hopkins is a cofounder of transition town totnes and transition network, and the author of from what is to what if. Transition culture rob hopkins blog transition town totnes the first. Rob hopkins reminds us that the oil our world depends on is steadily running out. Mar 27, 2007 rob hopkins of transition town totnes and transition culture as lester brown recently noted on this site, the coming decline of oil will be a seismic economic event.

Rob hopkins brings humour, imagination and vision to the great challenges of our time, and argues that what is needed, above all else, at this time in history, is engaged optimism. From what is to what if by rob hopkins chelsea green. Thanks to rob for his reply to my recent thoughts on the transition towns movement. Transition towns are local communities proactively preparing for an oilscarce future in a warming world by reducing their dependence on fossil fuels and helping mitigate climate change by relocalizing, shifting production closer to home and creating functioning communities with the idea that strong neighborhood networks will help towns to weather future energy shocks. Public health is often treated as a separate issue to the environment, but they are inseparable, argues rob hopkins, cofounder of the transition network published. Nov 24, 2019 rob hopkins, founder of the international transition towns movement, talks about his new book from what is to what if. From the publishers website the founder of the international transition towns movement asks why true creative, positive thinking is in decline, asserts that its more important now than ever, and suggests ways our communities can revive and reclaim it. From what is to what if by rob hopkins chelsea green publishing. Unleashing the power of imagination to create the future we want and asks why true creative, positive thinking is in decline, and asserts that its more important now than ever, and suggests ways our communities.

Oct 07, 2019 rob hopkins is the founder of the transition towns movement, and as such has spent the last 15 years nurturing creative local responses to global challenges. Transition shares certain principles with environmentalism, but its vision is deeper and more radical than mere greenness or sustainability. I have the feeling this current crisis is an opportunity for change. This discount and code will be live 931231 and is good for preorders. Rob hopkins is the founder of the transition movement, a radically hopeful and communitydriven approach to creating societies independent of fossil fuel. Founder of the transition network spreading throughout the world, rob hopkins talks about transition town totnes and moving towards a postpeak oil society. Exclusive preorder discount for new rob hopkins book, from. The transition town movement with rob hopkins resilience. The rapidlyspreading transition movement which he was pivotal in establishing, is an embodiment of that. Hopkins decided to create a working model of such a community in 2006, in totnes, uk, and there are now over a. Rob hopkins leads a vibrant new movement of towns and cities that utilize.

Transition towns a reply to rob hopkins resilience. Reading this book is like listening to the voice of rob hopkins. In 2012, he was voted one of the independent s top 100 environmentalists and was on nesta and the observer s list of britains 50 new radicals. If you are not familiar with the transition towns movement, you may want to read this article first. Now is your time to catch up with the transition handbook. Transition towns what is to what if by rob hopkins.

The founder of the international transition towns movement asks why true creative, positive thinking is in decline, asserts that its more important now than ever. In 2012 he was voted one of the independents top 100 environmentalists and was on nesta and the observers list of britains 50 new radicals. Rob says, ted asserts that the global predicament cannot be solved other than through a. Below is the transcript from the interview i recorded with him. He is a serial blogger, and author of the power of just doing stuff, the transition handbook and the transition companion. Rob hopkins writes about the context for starting a transition town and then follows with stepbystep instructions on the action steps involved with bringing awareness and hope to communities. Weve returned from our trip to south devon see the alternative editorial this week with a fistful of new tools and tales about everyday power and purpose to share here.

Jun 19, 2018 thanks to rob for his reply to my recent thoughts on the transition towns movement. Rob hopkins is the cofounder of transition town totnes and of the transition network. The process of decisionmaking within the movement invites everybodys participation and in this sense, the transition towns are also laboratories of participatory democracy. Transition towns what is to what if by rob hopkins taunton. He proposes a unique solution to this problem the transition response, where we prepare ourselves for life without oil and sacrifice our luxuries to build systems and communities that are completely independent of fossil fuels.

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A voice full of kindness, optimism, brightness, humor, and imagination. This is despite the failure of governments to act quickly enough and especially at a grass roost level where individuals can make a difference. He is best known as the founder and figurehead of the transition movement, which he initiated in 2005. Pioneering welsh town begins the transition to a life without. The transition handbook, by rob hopkins the earthbound. In this webinar, cohosted with the international transition network and post carbon institute, transition movement cofounder rob hopkins sets out the key ideas behind his new book from what is to what if and invites participants to reflect. Rob hopkins, cofounder of the transition network, which promotes local, selfsufficient economic development. What do you find most surprising or delightful about working in the field of transition. Transition handbook free edit version is released under gfdl and creative commons attributionshare alike. Though hopkins denies this means isolationism, his book is an intriguing hybrid of the good life and passport to pimlico. Through speaking, teaching, and writing, he has introduced the idea of.

He has been awarded a phd by the university of plymouth and an honorary doctorate by the university of. Transition town totnes taking positive action together. Interview with rob hopkins, the founder of the transition movement, an idea that began in 2008 and since then has gone viral around the world. Over 90 minutes of shudderingly good caffeine in totness curator cafe, we captured a few and spread out the goodness through the week. Rob hopkins brings humour, imagination and vision to the great challenges of. As a member of the transition us community, you are eligible for an exclusive discount code. Globalisation has increased our reliance on imported goods.

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Although i rob hopkins retain the editorial overview, the idea is that this becomes a truly collaborative venture, a true reflection of the current state of this extraordinary movement. For more information and updates on the transition movement, please visit rob hopkins blog, transition culture. Apr 29, 2018 one person rob hopkins, cofounder of the transition towns movement is like an inexhaustible fountain of them. The rapidlyspreading transition movement which he was pivotal in. Rob says, ted asserts that the global predicament cannot be solved other than through a transition towns movement. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Rob hopkins is the gentle giant of the green movement, and his timely and hugely important book reveals a fresh and empowering approach that will help us transition into a materially leaner but inwardly richer human experience. Rob is cofounder of transition totnes and the transition towns network, and has written several books including the transition towns handbook, transitions towns companion and his most recent the power of just doing. Films media group this episode of the green interview features rob hopkins, the founder of the transition movement, an idea that began in 2008 and since then has gone viral around the world.

Rob hopkinsmy town in transition the donella meadows project. The founder of the international transition towns movement asks why true creative, positive thinking. Cob on transition town inspiration rob hopkins local. And that spirit is precisely what we need to build a better future and to reconnect with each other and the better part of ourselves. Michael mann, distinguished professor, pennsylvania state university. As rob hopkins eloquently shows in this powerful and passionate book, to survive and thrive we have to become more imaginative, not less, in how we live, work and connect. Rob hopkins talks about his new book from what is to what if and answers questions from transitioners in the uk. Oct 23, 2019 rob hopkins will discuss and sign his book, from what is to what if. The transition movement was started four years ago by rob hopkins, a young british instructor of ecological design.

Rob hopkins founder of transition towns new book from what. By 2006 we were using 86 million barrels of oil a day. Join facebook to connect with rob hopkins and others you may know. In 2006, totnes became the first of hopkins s transition towns. It explains the problems of peak oil and climate change, relocalization and resilience as responses that will transition us to a postcarbon future, and how you can. This episode of the green interview features rob hopkins, the founder of the transition movement, an idea that began in 2008 and since then has gone viral around the world. The founder of the international transition towns movement asks why true creative. Unleashing the power of imagination to create the future we want, asks why true creative, positive thinking is in decline. Apr 21, 2018 rob hopkins is an activist and writer on environmental issues, based in totnes, england, and the cofounder of transition town totnes and the transition network.

The transition companion making your community more resilient in uncertain times author of the book. Rob hopkins webinar recording available now transition us. Transition handbook free edit version is released under. Hopkins has written four books on environmentalism and activism. How the transition movement is spreading to towns across america. Rob hopkins, founder of the international transition towns movement, talks about his new book from what is to what if.

Transition network has been helping to develop a new international training circle which plans to reenergise training and learning opportunities. Author rob hopkins is the founder of the international transition towns movement from which the vital community group, transition putney, emerged. Whatif at checkout on and you will receive 30% off. Its been called the biggest urban brainwave of the century, a visionary, practical blueprint that took root in a town and is circling the globe. Author rob hopkins clearly outlines why we need to be concerned, what we as individuals can do about it, and how we can be successful in achieving results. In 2012, he was voted one of the independents top 100 environmentalists and was on nesta and the observers list of britains 50 new radicals. In this webinar, cohosted with the international transition network and post carbon institute, transition movement cofounder rob hopkins sets out the key ideas behind his new book from what is to what if and invites participants to reflect on the role of the imagination in their work in transition. The tenth sir patrick geddes commemorative lecture was delivered by rob hopkins on 20 june 20 on the subject of transition towns. Transition town totnes taking positive action together in a. Explains what the transition movement is, what it aims to achieve and gives pointers for how you can get involved with your local transition initiative, or guide you to set up your own if you donat already have one. Feb 28, 2008 founder of the transition network spreading throughout the world, rob hopkins talks about transition town totnes and moving towards a postpeak oil society. Transition network transition towns the circular economy.

I blog, tweet, write books and do lots of public speaking about transition and represent the movement at different events. Its been called the biggest urban brainwave of the. Transition towns a reply to rob hopkins by ted trainer, originally published by. Transition towns spring from a grassroots initiative to do something positive and cooperative in response to the impending triple crisis of peak oil. Rob hopkins is an activist and writer on environmental issues, based in totnes, england, and the cofounder of transition town totnes and the transition network. Transition town totnes ttt is a communityled and run local charity that exists to strengthen the local economy, reduce our environmental impact, and build our resilience for a future with less cheap energy and a changing climate ttt is a collection of local volunteers with a small staff team, who come together to work on projects. How the transition movement is spreading to towns across. Rob hopkins has 19 books on goodreads with 4598 ratings. To the best of my knowledge, this book is the only one that not only. The declarations of climate emergency by almost 70% of uk local authorities is creating intriguing opportunities for municipalities to w. Rob hopkins will discuss and sign his book, from what is to what if. Definition the idea of transition towns is radical relocalization of politics, economics and culture to autonomous and selfsufficient communities, in order to cope effectively with the twin perils of peak oil and climate change, to become resilient to such megachanges. Transition town inspiration rob hopkins local power, local jobs, local resilience. He demonstrates the transformative power of imagination in all areas of our lives and the dangers of its neglect, especially in the education of our children.