Energy Descent Action Plan

Public workshops

November 2008

A series of  9 public workshops to provide an opportunity for local people to contribute towards and participate in the development of the Totnes & District Energy Descent Action Plan (EDAP) 2009 - 2030.

The EDAP is an innovative plan that will assist the community in reducing its reliance on oil by building on our individual and  collective strengths towards a more locally focused and resilient society.   Each themed workshop will focus on key topic areas of the plan.  Persons interested in more than one topic area are very welcome to attend all workshops of interest to them.  Please see the individual notices for more details about each workshop.  Bring YOUR views and ideas for actions and projects towards reducing our energy usage.

Please see below for snapshots of information about the individual workshops.  For the schedule of workshops please click here.  For more general information about the workshops and how they will feed into the Energy Descent Action Plan, please click here.  For more information about the individual workshops follow the links from the snapshots.

The workshops will be informal and enjoyable and all are welcome to come along. If you wish to bring a group of 10 or more persons to attend one workshop please telephone in advance to ensure we can accommodate your group.  Please help us to publicise these workshops by copying this notice to your friends, neighbours & colleagues.  All Welcome - entry free    

Education & Awareness, Arts & Culture

- public workshop                                           

Sat. 8th Nov.                               

12.00 – 2.00pm        

Methodist Church               

Totnes

How do we reflect the changes in society through art, music & drama? Are there new stories?
What kind of knowledge and skills do we need to create a resilient community?
How aware are we?

Who should attend? Everyone with an interest in education, arts, drama, storytelling, crafts, skills & building our common future   Click here for more info about this workshop    
       

Society & Values, Health & Wellbeing

- public workshop

 Sat. 8th Nov

2.30 – 4.30pm

Methodist Church

Totnes

Can we have less stress and anxiety without drugs?
What is important to us as a community – what binds us together?
What makes us happy?                      

Who should attend? Health care workers, therapists, herbalists, carers, doctors, dentists ;all those with
an interest in preventative medicine, the health and general wellbeing of society, good citizenship and happiness. Click here for more info about this workshop
    

Transport & Local Governance - public workshop

Sat. 15th Nov

12.00 – 2.00pm

Methodist Church

Totnes

Who makes decisions about community planning?
Can we plan for better rural transport?
How can I join a car-club?
        
Who should attend? If you have an interest in public transport, cars, car-clubs, traffic, road safety, bicycles, walking, footpaths, cycle lanes, community planning, development plans, having YOUR say.  Click here for more info about this workshop

Local Economics, Livelihoods & Waste Matters 

public workshop                    

Sat. 15th Nov

2.30 – 4.30pm

Methodist  Church

Totnes

How can small businesses survive the economic downturn?
What kinds of livelihoods could emerge in a more localized society?        
Will we have zero waste by 2030?

Who should attend? Large and small business people, entrepreneurs, self-employed,  economists, recycling service providers,  people passionate about reducing waste,  & turning waste into a resource. Click here for more info about this workshop

Community Issues - Public workshops

Weds 26th November

10.30am – 12.30pm

Dartmouth Arms,Totnes

(nb. limited physical access)

 

or   4.30 – 6.30pm

Methodist Church, Fore St., Totnes

(Choose the times which suit you)

Is locally produced food better for us?
How could local transport be improved?
What is co-housing – who could benefit?    
     
Who should attend?  Everyone with an interest in community: resident’s groups, interest groups, housing trusts, lifestyle groups, elderly people, young people, parents, carers, citizens. Click here for more info about this workshop

Youth Issues - Public workshop

Weds 26th November

1.30 – 3.30pm

Methodist Church, Fore St.,Totnes,

Totnes

How can I enjoy myself without any money?
What cool choices will young people have in the future?
Do we need more late buses in Totnes & District?
What do young people care about?

Who should attend? All young people, students, early school leavers.  Everyone with an interest in young people and their future, educators, parents, guardians, trainers, youth leaders: this is for you. Click here for more info about this workshop

Building & Construction & Energy Issues - Public workshop                            

Sat. 29th November

12.00 – 2.00pm

Methodist Church

Totnes

What might future housing look like?
Where will we get our building materials when oil is scarce?
Is wind energy the only option? How many solar panels do we need?

Who should attend? Are you a builder, DIY enthusiast, carpenter, plumber,  geologist, economist, engineer, electrician, interested in renewable energy or thinking about getting solar panels on the roof?  Click here for more info about this workshop

Food & Farming, Biodiversity & Water issues - Public workahop

Sat. 29th November

2.30 – 4.30pm

Methodist Church        

Totnes

Will we all be vegetarian and growing our own by 2030?
What might future farming look like?
How can we protect our wildlife?
Why will water get more expensive as energy costs rise?
         
Who should attend? Farmers, growers, producers,  ecologists, water service  providers, environmentalists,  gardeners, consumers; anyone with an interest in the future of food & land. Click here for more info about this workshop
                       

Information and expertise about the focus topic will be available at each themed workshop. All participants at the workshops will also have the opportunity to find out about getting involved in locally based activities which will help communities to reduce their energy usage  in these challenging times and help will be on hand to help attendees assess their current energy usage and give tips on reducing energy use.

For more information about these workshops click here

Enquiries: Jacqi Hodgson, EDP project Coordinator tel. 0560 1538658 / 079-22411266

Transition Town Totnes, 43,Fore St., Totnes TQ9 5HN tel. 01803867358