[  LOCAL ECONOMY1 CENTERS ]

Places across the country where local economies are being built, resilient communities are forming and collectively, the next economy comes to life. 
Place(s)2 to incubate3 and showcase4 solutions5 for better6, smarter living7.

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1. Local Economy

We use economic principles articulated by Michael Shuman, BALLE, Transition US,  Post Carbon Institute, Bioneers and the New Economy Coalition as the basis for local economic development.  We look for the best opportunities to systemically reduce our impact on the planet while improving the quality of life at a manageable geographic scale.

2. Place(s)

Typically Local Economy Centers will be a physical brick-and-mortar presence for education and action around economic localization.

3. Incubate

Supporting the evolution of a feasible idea into a thriving enterprise or project.  

4. Showcase

Highlight, promote and distribute ideas, products and services that support the local economy.

5. Solutions

Practical ideas that contribute to the common good.

6. Better

Understanding that things are always evolving and changing, there are constant opportunities to nudge efforts in a positive direction.

7. Smarter

Applied intelligence and experience with both vision and hindsight for win-win-win outcomes.