All Member Comments

“ They want to do what it takes to prepare us for a future completely different from the present as far as Energy, the Economy, and the Environment go ”

— Dean Holden on Nov 20, 2009.

“ I was quite impressed with the quality of the people in the group. It seemed to be a healthy mix of some people who are tremendously knowledgeable on the topics at hand and others who, like me, are genuinely eager to learn, interact, and contribute. I felt a high level of energy in the group, and a congenial and positive attitude in everyone. I believe the group I met last evening has great potential. ”

— Dick Schneider on Sep 29, 2009.

“ These topics will become ever more central to our local, national and global concerns. No one has answers to the challenges we face, but engaging in open and honest exploration of all issues provides our best hope for finding a path to a healthy future. ”

— Conrad on Aug 5, 2009.

“ If people are interested in Peak Oil and Climate Change (and they should be!) then, this is a place to talk about it, network and be involved with some exciting events coming soon to a venue nearby! ”

— Marion de Laubenfels on Aug 4, 2009.

“ To meet others who are working on these issues in the Greater Boston area and to help facilitate the transition to a post-fossil fuel world. ”

— Elizabeth on Jul 8, 2009.

“ Because the economic system -- fully dependent on cheap oil -- is starting to unravel, while the environmental devastation from this system is starting to kick us in the ass. We need to build the resilient local economies and communities that can prevent the worst effects and get us through crisis, and we have the opportunity to redesign our society in line with core human values. ”

— elibeck on Apr 7, 2009.

“ Because this topic is very important and nobody else seems to be seriously talking about it! ”

— Geoff Olynyk on Mar 4, 2009.

“ This is a critical issue. It is nice to come together as a group to talk about solutions. ”

— Aravinda Ananda on Nov 26, 2008.

“ Because the topic is relevant to our lives... ”

— beth on Nov 25, 2008.

“ It addresses a difficult problem that needs to be discussed and dealt with. ”

— esther on Sep 4, 2008.

“ Join this group to learn about Peak Oil and Climate Change and ways to take action locally. ”

— A former member on Sep 3, 2008.

“ We need help spreading the word about what 'peak oil' really means and getting to work preparing for energy descent. ”

— Robert Riman on Jun 2, 2008.