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How can localisation help address climate, sustainability and equity challenges.

Localfutures.org are one of the leading organisations that promote the development of local movements.
Read their list of what you can do now to strengthen the local, resilient economy here

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This pamphlet outlines the fundamental features of economic globalization and localization, how a shift towards the local might be accomplished, and what it asks of us in terms of action. Produced in conjunction with Green House.