“The Empathic Civilization is emerging. A younger generation is fast extending its empathic embrace beyond religious affiliations and national identification to include the whole of humanity and the vast project of life that envelops the Earth.”
Jeremy Rifkin
Repair Cafe
We all know how easy it is to throw things away when they break. But what if we could fix them instead? That's exactly what we're doing — empowering our community to repair and reuse, rather than discard. Bring your broken items — whether it’s an old blender, a torn shirt, or a bike that needs some TLC. Our skilled volunteers will be there to help you repair, learn, and save money while reducing waste! Why attend? Free entry! Learn valuable DIY skills. Help keep useful things out of landfills. Let’s fix it together! The Repair Café is about community, sustainability, and learning — come join us and make a difference. See you there!
The Critical Role of Pollinators in Food Security Leave a Comment / Community, Sustainable Living / Williams Why Pollinators Matter Recently, the Western Wheel reported that the MD of Foothills had passed a bylaw restricting beekeeping, leaving local beekeepers — in their words — “buzzing mad.” [^1] “Foothills County’s Land Use Bylaw 60/2014 (with amendments including Bylaw 19/2015) continues to include provisions requiring development permits for beehives in designated zones, particularly for […] The Critical Role of Pollinators in Food Security
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Albert Einstein
🌱 Beyond Green Lawns: Growing a Healthier, Resilient Future — Discover the benefits of xeriscaping for water conservation and community resilience. [Read More]
💧 Sheep River Water Report — Explore our research on water availability, rights, and climate impacts in Diamond Valley. [Read More]
🔧 Repair Café: Fixing for a Sustainable Future — How local repair events save money, reduce waste, and bring the community together. [Read More]
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🌱 Introducing the Sustainability Plan: Building a Healthier, Smarter Community Together
Every decision we make as a community—about water, buildings, energy, or even the air we breathe—shapes the world we leave for future generations. Over the past several years, local projects like rainwater harvesting, xeriscaping, and Repair Cafés have shown what’s possible when residents take sustainability into their own hands.
Now, it’s time to bring these efforts together under one guiding framework: the Sustainability Plan — a community-driven roadmap for protecting our natural resources, improving the health of our built environment, and ensuring that the next generation inherits a town prepared for the challenges ahead.
“Rethinking Our Lawns: How Xeriscaping Builds Resilience” Read More »https://www.sustainablelife.biz/introducing-the-sustainability-plan-building-a-healthier-smarter-community-together/