Peak Oil -- And What Do We Do Now?
Debate on "Peak Oil" and choosing a new Global Paradigm
This group's purpose is to debate the “peak oil” phenomenon and its inevitable aftermath, and how we can help shape a post -petroleum future. This is a global phenomenon and this is a global group. Peak oil is the point in time at which the maximum global petroleum production rate is reached. After this point in time, the rate of production begins a termi ...learn more
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A truly community-owned business!
Weaver Street Market opened in Carrboro in June, 1988, thanks largely to the support of the community. Start-up was funded by a loan from the Self-Help Ventures Fund, by a Community Development Block Grant from the Town of Carrboro, and individual community supporters. Such innovative financing was motivated by the prospect of developing a truly community-owned business. That prospect came true, as the store opened to immediate success and quickly achieved a presence that has transcended simply selling quality products.
From its congenial environs and good food, to hosting and cosponsoring events and donating thousands of dollars each year to local schools and charities, Weaver Street Market reflects the community in everything it does.
Mission Statement
Weaver Street Market's mission is a vibrant, sustainable commercial center for the community of owners and potential owners, which is
Weaver Street Market opened in Carrboro in June, 1988, thanks largely to the support of the community. Start-up was funded by a loan from the Self-Help Ventures Fund, by a Community Development Block Grant from the Town of Carrboro, and individual community supporters. Such innovative financing was motivated by the prospect of developing a truly community-owned business. That prospect came true, as the store opened to immediate success and quickly achieved a presence that has transcended simply selling quality products.
From its congenial environs and good food, to hosting and cosponsoring events and donating thousands of dollars each year to local schools and charities, Weaver Street Market reflects the community in everything it does.
Mission Statement
Weaver Street Market's mission is a vibrant, sustainable commercial center for the community of owners and potential owners, which is
- Cooperative - control and profits stay within the community
- Local - maximizes local resources to meet local needs
- Ecological - works in harmony with the environment
- Primary - provides for basic community needs
- Fair - mutually beneficial and non-exploitative
- Inclusive - accessible to the whole community
- Interactive - creates opportunity for community interaction
- Empowering - enables fulfilling work and customer experiences
- Educational - develops an informed community
- And is reliant on community support - to purchase goods and services, invest in the cooperative, and participate in governance.