Category Archives: Rural development
Dining for Women in Rossland
This post is to share two great things: 1. Dining for Women is a group that originated in the US to support and empower women in developing countries. Instead of going out for dinner to a restaurant, women … Continue reading
Technology, Speed and Fireplaces
After spending a month off-line, I was convinced it is essential for one’s health. The neck and shoulder aches were gone, I read more in the papers and had conversations over breakfasts rather than over emails. In East Africa, I … Continue reading
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Community Knowledge Sharing and Home Heating
Last night I learned about different home heating options such as biomass, fossil fuels and geoexhange (moving heat from the ground into buildings). It was a great evening of learning from an expert as well as my neighbours. It was … Continue reading
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Work nostalgia
The photo above is of edible berries found in the forests’ of Guyana. I took the photo on a field trip in 2006 where we were looking at restoring degraded forests for improving poor people’s access to resources as well … Continue reading
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Engagement vs PR
The ski hill in my town is a local amenity as well as a tourist attraction. While the locals love skiing they also love to complain. When riding the chairlift or in the bar, I often hear about how the … Continue reading
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KM learnings from Vietnam?
What can one really learn about a country after only 3 days of exploration? I would certainly feel comfortable saying that it is a country of extremes. From the peaceful tranquility of Ha Long Bay, where islands of towering cliffs … Continue reading
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Rural transportation: an undervalued issue?
A poor rural farmer grows grains and vegetables. This farmer uses appropriate technology to ensure a good crop and enough to feed his family. He hopes to sell his excess produce to gain additional income to pay the school fees … Continue reading
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