MATTOLE SELF-SUFFICIENCY PROJECT

Vision Statements

Although the idea of creating a sustainable society here in the Mattole is a common theme within the MSSP, different people have different visions of such a society and how such a sustainable society could be achieved. Rather than attempt to blend these differing visions into a single unified vision (which would satisfy no one), MSSP members are encouraged to submit (in writing) their vision and their ideas on how their vision could be achived.

Articles are reproduced as submitted, without editing. Authors are responsible for the content. The views expressed may or may not reflect the opinions of a majority of the MSSP membership. Articles are listed in order of posting date.

09 Sep 2006
A Sustainable Society as a Solution to Global Warming by Ken Young. This is a letter written to Scientific American in response to their September 2006 issue on "Energy Solutions for a Sustainable World."

30 Sep 2004
Definition and Vision of a Sustainable Society by Ken Young
This brief essay defines a sustainable society in terms of the economy, environment, and culture and describes how such a society would function.

07 Oct 2004
Introducing the Ecologian Foundation by Duncan Cleaves
This essay focuses on how people living in the Mattole could survive the consequences of an outside catastrophe, considering the carrying capacity of the Valley and how one could motivate people to prepare for this possbility.

Last Updated: 09 Sep 2006