This is an archive of resources for an understanding of hope.
When trying to live hope, we believe it helps first to start where we happen to be. Hope works better when it's here.
We believe that it is helpful to think of hope as the acknowledgement that nothing is fixed (though much is experienced as stable), that nothing is necessary, that nothing has to be the way it is.
We find it helpful to think that we are active participants in our experience of meaning, power, and social interaction and in and through that participation we are always-already making a difference. The job, it would seem, is to make the character of those differences transformative.
How is always a delicate issue.
For us, gentleness is both a possible and a powerful politics.
An understanding
of hope is, for us, very much an understanding
of the politics of possibility and the possibilities of power.
This is the fifth Hope Archive page. This one is thematically organised, like page no. 4 (education). This page has helpful links related to environmental awareness, particularly in a "small is beautiful" vein.
BagLady Productions (ASAP)
http://www.bagladyproductions.org/about/
"Make your contribution to the new ASAP World [As Sustainably as Possible] by pledging to give up one thing, and take up one thing. It?s dead simple!" Simplicity and genius from our friend Shirley Lewis.
Green Is Sexy
http://www.greenissexy.org
"green is sexy came about when three friends realized that exchanging quips & tips on ways to make an impact on the environment was becoming daily conversation. They decided that, with a bit of research and some help from their friends, they could spread the word to all sorts of people and really make a difference. green is sexy is about tiny changes, big impact." This is a really personable, friendly site, with really manageable information delivered with a light touch. Run by Megan Kuhlmann, Rachel McAdams, and Didi Bethurum.
Blue Planet Green Living
http://www.blueplanetgreenliving.com/
Solid journalism and ecological sense with an economic awareness. Run by Julia Wasson and Joe Hennager.
The Small House Society
http://www.resourcesforlife.com/small-house-society
"Size is relative, and mainly we promote discussion about the ecological, economic and psychological toll that excessive housing takes on our lives, and what some of us are doing to live better. It?s not a movement about people claiming to be tinier than thought but rather people making their own choices toward simpler and smaller living however they feel best fits their life." Run by Gregory Johnson.
The 7th Generation Project
http://7thgenerationproject.ning.com/
"The Seventh Generation Project is a not-for-profit social capacity and networking project that seeks to create an ecology of community through engagement of the interwoven layers of human, earth and economic sustainability." Run by Zand Craig, Ada Ketchie, John Barry, and ... and ...
Green Gurus - discussion about pioneers of the environmental movement
http://www.greengurus.co.uk/
Matter Network - news and ideas for a sustainable world
http://www.matternetwork.com/
No Impact Project
a href="http://noimpactproject.org/">http://noimpactproject.org/
"Author Colin Beavan, in research for his next book, began the No Impact Project in November 2006. A newly self-proclaimed environmentalist who could no longer avoid pointing the finger at himself, Colin leaves behind his liberal complacency and vows to make as little environmental impact as possible for one year. No more automated transportation, no more electricity, no more non-local food, no more material consumption ? no problem ..."
Rachel's News (ceased in 2009, but there are 1000 archived newsletters.
http://www.rachel.org/
Earth and Rowan, Eco-Art Friendly Supplies
http://www.blueplanetgreenliving.com/2008/11/27/earth-rowan-eco-friendly-art-supplies/
Green Yoga Association
http://www.greenyoga.org/
Echoing Green
http://www.echoinggreen.org/about
Traditional Yoga Studies - green yoga and spiritual activism articles
http://www.traditionalyogastudies.com/articles_green_yoga.html
"Computer Recycling - the downside of upgrading"
http://www.blueplanetgreenliving.com/2010/02/02/computer-recycling-the-downside-of-upgrading/
The Compassionate Living Project
http://www.compassionatelivingproject.org/
"The Compassionate Living Project was founded in 2004 by Neil and Annie Hornish. In 1995, Neil and Annie became vegan for ethical reasons. Since then, they have been involved with numerous humane education and animal rights advocacy efforts in the Connecticut area."
Alive Designs - sustainability through practical action
http://www.alivedesigns.org/drupal6/home
"We are a growing collective of permaculture designers, who are currently looking for projects throughout the UK to work with, creating a symbiotic partnership in which we all learn."
Veggie Revolution Blog
http://veggierevolution.blogspot.com/
Rediscover Green
http://www.rediscovergreen.ca/webResourceGuide
"You want to make environmentally friendly choices. But there?s so much information out there that it?s difficult to know what to do. RDPL?s Rediscover Green Resource Guide lists and links you to resources that offer practical suggestions so you can figure out what you can do to help protect the environment. Our first series focuses on what you can do in and around your home. (Also, watch this page over the next few months as we prepare for upcoming series on green workplaces.)"
Go Green - an Ekotribe initiative
http://www.go-green.ae/index.php
The Green Year
http://www.green-year.com/
"You don?t have to install solar panels or a get behind the wheel of an electric car to live green. Small changes like turning off the tap while you brush your teeth, taking canvas bags to the supermarket and recycling all have a positive impact on the environment. The Green Year shows you how to be more eco-friendly, one day at a time. It?s filled with simple, practical suggestions for going green ? no major time commitments or expensive equipment required. All you need to get started is an interest in green living."
Practical Environmentalist blog
http://www.practicalenvironmentalist.com/21-practical-ways-to-help-the-environment
Green and Save - how to bring green into your school
http://www.greenandsave.com/green_news/green-expert-tips-opinions/how-bring-green-your-school-5813
"Many of us are interested in leaving the planet a little better for our children. Our children spend so much time in their learning environments that the school is a great place to continue your greening efforts. There are plenty of places that you can make suggestions: the PTA, volunteering, writing articles for the school newsletter etc. to get the message out. Don?t forget pre-schools too when it comes to green school products. Here are some tips for parents and teachers a like."
Earth in Mind: On Education, Environment, and the Human Prospect (book)
http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/1559634952
Greenposting (Portland, Oregon)
http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/1559634952
GreenPosting's mission is to unite and empower a community of individuals and businesses that practice and believe in sustainable living. GreenPosting is more than a just another green directory. People are able to learn about what makes a business green-leaning and review them on your experience regarding their sustainable attributes. GreenPosting provides weekly local green business articles, local event information, farmers market locations, tips, job postings, a glossary of sustainable terms and a blog space making this website a one-stop site for Portland residents to be a part of its sustainable community.
"Environmentalism is the latest niche in children's books" (article)
http://www.oregonlive.com/environment/index.ssf/2010/01/environmentalism_is_the_latest.html
Tips for green building and sustainable landscaping
http://www.losaltosonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=20421&Itemid=131
Eco-driving tips (London Independent)
http://www.independent.co.uk/environment/green-diy-tutorials--ecodriving-tips-1882529.html
Natural Passion: Inspiring Stories of Practical Sustainability (PDF, Australian govt. publication)
http://lwa.gov.au/files/products/land-and-water-australia/pk061231/pk061231.pdf
Action 21 Blog
http://action-21.blogspot.com/
Action 21 promotes sustainable living to people in Warwickshire through positive practical action. We seek to make greener living easier to do in ways which create a better quality of life for people at a local level. Our activities centre on energy, education, food, transport and re-use, and are supported by a thriving volunteer programme. All opinions given in this blog represent the views of the individual author and are not to be taken as the views of Action 21 unless expressly specified.
Humble O Radio Episode 17 Practical Sustainability Tips
http://humbleoradio.com/-2-2-2-2-2-2/humble-o-radio-episode-17-practical-sustainability-tips/
Homestead Blogger
http://www.homesteadblogger.com/home.php
"Are you working towards living totally off-grid? Do you use alternative building materials or energy sources? Would you love to develop your farm into something where your family could earn an income and not have to work away from the farm? This is the place to share what you are doing and what you are learning, as well as to ask any questions you might have."
50 practical tips to make your next event more sustainable
http://www.slideshare.net/joellemcnichol/50-practical-tips-to-make-your-next-event-more-sustainable
Practical tips for water-wise gardening
http://www.sustainabilitylawblog.com/2009/06/practical_tips_for_waterwise_g_1.html
50 simple things you can do to save the earth (book)
http://50simplethings.com/
Top 50 things to do to stop global warming
http://globalwarming-facts.info/50-tips.html
When simple things you can do can really make a difference
http://www.worldchanging.com/archives/006974.html
Wikia Green
http://green.wikia.com/wiki/Wikia_Green
Simple things your family can do for the planet
http://www.parentmap.com/content/view/523
Striving Green - one family's attempt to become more environmentally friendly (blog)
http://www.strivinggreen.com/
Simple green things at the office
http://www.rohitn.com/gogreen/SimpleGreenThingsAtOffice.html
Recycleholic - one man's adventure in recycling everything and being green
http://www.recycleholic.com/
Family shows it's easy to go green
http://www.insidetoronto.com/feature/article/321519--family-shows-it-s-easy-to-go-green
MomgoesGreen.com
http://www.momgoesgreen.com/
StartGreen.com
http://startgreen.com/
17 Easy Ways for Teens to Go Green
http://www.thedailygreen.com/going-green/6334
RMIT University: Think Green at Home
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=c7nhmvf1eqpl
RMIT University: Think Green at Work
http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=83gr5s12qic
"Life After Poo" (an article about fertiliser alternatives to animal manure)
http://www.viva.org.uk/greenyourlife/lifeafterpoo.html
"Green Living Makes a Difference"
http://blogs.usatoday.com/sciencefair/2009/10/green-living-makes-a-difference.html
"The Problem with Big Green": "How do we cut through the chatter to reach people with strong values-based messages?"
http://www.worldchanging.com/archives/008144.html
Green and Clean Mom
http://greenandcleanmom.org/
"Small Steps Can Make a Difference"
http://communities.canada.com/montrealgazette/blogs/greenlife/archive/2009/03/30/small-steps-can-make-a-difference.aspx
50 Ways to Help the Planet
http://www.50waystohelp.com/