The talk - Paul will highlight the wicked problem nature of the climate challenges and introduce the concept of wicked solutions. Paul will then offer 5 examples of this with real life wicked solutions. Paul will end with a quick overview of Centre for Alternative Technology's offerings. There will be time for a quick Q&A before tea break.
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The workshop - This will be done in breakout groups. It will explore firstly how adopting a multi-solving mindset can help get the most benefits from what we do. It will then go on to explore how Penrith can work in 4 key directions at once, alongside millions of others across the globe. Any Penrith group from household, to a shop, to a Wildlife Trust, to a School, to an NGO, or a small village can adopt a 4 directions approach and make things happen.
- Downwards - the actions within their control.
- Sideways - share and ask for good examples, also link with orgs that have or offer climate co-benefits.
- Upwards - lobby for the policies, resources you need .
- Inwards - skills, knowledge and information to help you - e.g. carbon literacy, CAT training etc
Come and join us for an exciting Monday evening! Meet other local people committed to acting for the climate and for our communities.
Paul Allen: Penrith born and bred, Electrical and Electronic Engineer, of the Centre for Alternative, Technology, Zero Carbon Britain research lead for over 14 years, and Certified Carbon Literacy Trainer. Paul is the practical person who can link our local place with our global climate challenges and energise us work on solutions together.
