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A Lesson from History....

Submitted by Russell Gill on January 20, 2012 - 20:25

 

An internet search into the history of solar power generation lead me to some interesting anecdotes from history that tell us a lot about economic short-termism, the political nature of technological advances and Anglo-French relations..

Local LED Lightbulb

Submitted by Jean Carletta on October 6, 2011 - 13:03

I've been thinking quite a bit about domestic lighting recently.  I've read industry and European documents about the phase-out for incandescent bulbs, and talked to both shops and home-owners about the different kinds of lightbulbs. 

Action request from Climate Chaos Scotland

Submitted by Jane Campbell on September 5, 2011 - 09:55

A message from Gail Wilson asking YOU to help the government help all of us to stop climate chaos, please read and follow through!

Hello,Scotland’s Climate Change Act is world-leading. With a 42% reduction target by 2020, it's in line with scientists' recommendations if we want to protect people and nature from the devastating impacts of climate change.

But while we're leading the way with our Climate Act, it'll be impossible to meet our commitments if there isn't adequate funding.

Discover BWARS Biodiversity at Hermitage and Blackford Hill!

Submitted by Jane Campbell on September 1, 2011 - 19:31

Andy Jarman, local resident, Prof at Edinburgh Uni and member of the interestingly named BWARS - Bees, Wasps and Ants Recording Society, has kindly agreed to give a talk at the AGM of The Friends of Hermitage of Braid & Blackford Hill AGM

TES Begins a New Round of Carbon Conversations

Submitted by Sarah Stewart on August 1, 2011 - 17:59

The nationally successful programme in personal sustainability is again on offer at Transition Edinburgh South!  

Edinburgh University Free Shop saves unwanted items from the scrapheap

Submitted by Sarah Stewart on July 11, 2011 - 12:28
University of Edinburgh scheme saves unwanted belongings and raises money for charity.

TES @ the Meadows Festival!

Submitted by Jamie Auld Smith on June 22, 2011 - 16:26
Now that the dust has settled after the Meadows Festival and Craiglockhart Summer Fete, here's a quick update on TES' involvement in these two great events!

RSA Animate - Drive: The surprising truth about what motivates us

Submitted by Jamie Auld Smith on April 25, 2011 - 12:35

A really interesting (and fun to watch) animated video about what motivates us at home and in the workplace, I think especially relevant considering the nature of TES as a voluntary organisation. Why do busy people with demanding jobs give up their free time to create amazing things? The video outlines some important motivators which I think confirm much of what the Transition movement aspires to. It's good to be reminded we're on the right track in principle at least!

"We can no longer assume (economic) growth"

Submitted by Alister Hamilton on April 5, 2011 - 17:14

A number of commentators have made the connection between energy supplies peaking, the resulting end of economic growth and the consequences thereof. Nicole Foss of The Automatic Earth springs to mind. But there are others inlcuding Dr Mike Haywood who spoke in Edinburgh recently. And, of course Chris Martenson. But it is not often you get to hear a stockbroker talking about the end of economic growth.

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