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Model of Transition for Sustainable Living Course Introduction
Dec 4 2010 10:00 am

Join us for a FREE 2-hour introduction to the new Model of Transition for Sustainable Living (MTSL) program.
(Cost for subsequent classes will cover cost materials. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.)

Location:
St. Stephens Church
500 Robinson Way
Sebastopol

About the Model of Transition for Sustainable Living (MTSL) program

The Model of Transition for Sustainable Living (MTSL) program consists of twelve modules—one of which will be covered each month, from December 2010 through November, 2011.  Together they will provide an overall perspective on current thinking and technology, as well as practical skills for everyday sustainable living.  The MTSL program includes a Workbook/Planner, a Reader, a Resource Directory, a Journal, and a series of Visual Aides.

The program has been designed to work in concert with local participating businesses and organizations.  The mission of the program is to empower you to act; to transition you from wherever you are today, to a lifestyle that is highly sustainable, within the one-year time period of the course.  Therefore, the program consists of 20% theory and 80% practical application. 

 The course, if completed, will:

 Additionally, the course will

·  dramatically lower your carbon emissions

·   cultivate growth of sustainable businesses

·  save you money on utilities

·    promote the development of a strong, resilient, local community

·  reduce your demand on resources

  

·  assist you in becoming more socially responsible

  

·  help you to become a steward of the environment.

  

Regular classes will begin on January 8 and 9. Through 2011, classes will be held the second weekend of every month (except December).

Overview of Module 1:

Introduction to A Model of Transition for Sustainable Living

Program Overview and Introduction to Course Materials and Resources: 
Workbook/Planner, Reader, Resource Directory, Journal, and Visual Aides. 
Course Outline and Requirements. 
Principles and Ethics of Course Foundation. 
Visioning. 
Time Management. 
The Identification of the Why. 
Program Commitment. 

Homework: 
Assessing Carbon Footprint

 

Course modules to follow will be:

Module 2:  Adaptations

Module 3:  Health & Wellness

Module 4:  The Home Environment

Module 5:  Waste

Module 6:  Water

Module 7:  Food Production

Module 8:  Energy

Module 9:  Emergency Preparedness

Module 10:  Transportation

Module 11:  Food Preparation & Preservation

Module 12:  Tools & Technology

 For more information, please contact Angel Rodriguez: angel@transitionsebastopol.org or call 707-477-4564.

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