Results tagged “Changing Lifestyles” from Birmingham Mail - Lighter Footprints

How do you think that the twin challenges of peak oil and climate change might affect you one day?

In case you are not aware of TRANSITION BIRMINGHAM, or have yet to get engaged with the group, try to get to the Town Hall next week (Mon/Tues/Wed).

Transition Birmingham will have a significant presence at the "Changing Lifestyles" event, including two sessions with Transition Towns founder Rob Hopkins, the first is on Tuesday 3rd at 7 p.m. when he will be a panellist in a Green Dragon's Den.

On WEDNESDAY 4 FEBRUARY, 10.00-12.00am, Rob Hopkins will give a talk: "How your local neighbourhood can envision and create a brighter future without oil", a chance to ask questions and discuss your burning issues will follow.

I am disappointed that pedal power has an almost non-existent profile in both Transition publications and at this "Changing Lifestyles" event.

Under the heading "Fuel" in the "Changing Lifestyles" programme we read:

> "Have you seen the hydrogen powered boat from Birmingham University - well it will be on our city canals during Changing Lifestyles.

> And at the Town Hall will be other sustainable fuel vehicles including high powered electric bikes.

> There's also the opportunity to find out how your waste vegetable oil can power your car."

> - ^ - an omission - I hoped to read about changing the fuel in your new lifestyle to chocolate, to give you real pleasure as well as an energy boost if you have a head wind when cycling home.

Perhaps next year? Local chocolate maker, please sign up.