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Bioregionalism
From CopperWiki
Bioregionalism means being aware of the ecology, economy and culture of the place where you live, and are committed to making choices that enhance them. You can lead a bioregionally-conscious life by making choices that focus on local ecology, economy and culture.
[edit] What Bioregionalism Means
It may mean any or all of the following:
- Buying organically and locally- grown food as against large chain retailers
- Buying products from socially and environmentally responsible companies
- Patronizing local banks, especially ones that invest in the community
- Knowing the birds, animals, trees, plants and weather patterns of your place, as well as land features and soil types
- Respecting the lives and cultures of your place
- Knowing and helping neighbors
- Seeking local entertainment, supporting local artists, musicians, theater companies, storytellers
- Spending more time with loved ones and watching less TV
- Cutting down on your Household waste
- Using sustainable energy sources, such as solar power, whenever possible
Being directly involved in your children's education, whether they are in school or are homeschooled
