#postcapitalism — Public Fediverse posts

GMBC ep02 - Tea Monks and Robots: Exploring Hope Punk in Becky Chambers' Robot and Monk Duology #beckychambers #teamonk #monkandrobot #duology #scifi #cozyscifi #lgbtqiascifi #utopia #postindustrial #postcapitalism #solarpunk #scifriread https://www.k-squareproductions.com/gmbc

GMBC ep02 - Tea Monks and Robots: Exploring Hope Punk in Becky Chambers' Robot and Monk Duology #beckychambers #teamonk #monkandrobot #duology #scifi #cozyscifi #lgbtqiascifi #utopia #postindustrial #postcapitalism #solarpunk #scifriread https://www.k-squareproductions.com/gmbc

GMBC ep02 - Tea Monks and Robots: Exploring Hope Punk in Becky Chambers' Robot and Monk Duology #beckychambers #teamonk #monkandrobot #duology #scifi #cozyscifi #lgbtqiascifi #utopia #postindustrial #postcapitalism #solarpunk #scifriread https://www.k-squareproductions.com/gmbc

GMBC ep02 - Tea Monks and Robots: Exploring Hope Punk in Becky Chambers' Robot and Monk Duology #beckychambers #teamonk #monkandrobot #duology #scifi #cozyscifi #lgbtqiascifi #utopia #postindustrial #postcapitalism #solarpunk #scifriread https://www.k-squareproductions.com/gmbc

GMBC ep02 - Tea Monks and Robots: Exploring Hope Punk in Becky Chambers' Robot and Monk Duology #beckychambers #teamonk #monkandrobot #duology #scifi #cozyscifi #lgbtqiascifi #utopia #postindustrial #postcapitalism #solarpunk #scifriread https://www.k-squareproductions.com/gmbc

#Solarpunk: A Deep Dive into the Cultural Revolution #Reimagining Our Future

The Philosophy Behind the Movement: More Than Just #SolarPanels

Solarpunk represents not just an aesthetic or literary movement, but a comprehensive framework for reimagining human civilization. Its strength lies in combining practical technical solutions with radical social and cultural innovation, while remaining grounded in ecological reality and human needs. As we face cascading environmental and social crises, Solarpunk offers not just hope, but a practical pathway forward that is both revolutionary and achievable.

by NickyCammarata
Nov 24, 2024

Excerpts: "While mainstream coverage often focuses on Solarpunk’s aesthetic elements, the movement represents a fundamental reimagining of human civilization’s relationship with technology, nature, and itself. At its core, Solarpunk challenges the dominant narratives of both techno-optimism and eco-pessimism, proposing instead a radical middle path that embraces both technological advancement and ecological wisdom.

#Decolonial Roots and #Indigenous Influence

"Often overlooked in basic Solarpunk discussions is the movement’s deep connection to #IndigenousKnowledge systems and decolonial thinking. Many Solarpunk principles mirror traditional ecological practices:

- The concept of “#SeventhGeneration” decision-making from #Haudenosaunee philosophy
- #AustralianAboriginal practices of landscape management and fire ecology
- #Andean concepts of “#BuenVivir” (good living) that emphasize harmony between human communities and natural systems
- Traditional #Asian #agricultural practices that create #ClosedLoop systems

The Political Economy of Solarpunk
Beyond #GreenCapitalism

"Solarpunk explicitly rejects the notion that market forces alone can address environmental challenges. Instead, it proposes alternative economic models:

- Commons-based peer production
- Gift economies for local exchange
- Circular economic systems that eliminate waste
- Democratic ownership of key infrastructure
- Time banking and alternative currencies
- #Degrowth economics in overdeveloped regions
#TechnologicalSovereignty

"Unlike techno-utopian visions that centralize control in #corporate hands, Solarpunk advocates for:

- #OpenSource technology development
- #CommunityOwned and maintained infrastructure
- Appropriate technology scaled to local needs
- #RightToRepair and modify equipment
- Distributed manufacturing through #makerspaces
- Knowledge sharing networks independent of #corporate control"

Read more:
https://medium.com/verdant-circuit/solarpunk-a-deep-dive-into-the-cultural-revolution-reimagining-our-future-4e77821c9d67

#SolarPunkSunday #PostCapitalism #Capitalism #CircularEconomy #SmallScale #BuildingCommunity #SustainableAgriculture

[Book reviews] #Solarpunk, #utopian and #AntiCapitalist fiction for imagining brighter futures

Novels with political under- and over-tones that have captivated me recently

by Katy Nightingale, Nov 28, 2024

"All of the books I’m including here are unique in their styles - some encompassing all of these visionary genres, and some just a few of them. Here’s a little glossary I came up with:

- futurist 🔮 - taking place in the future

- utopian 🌈 - taking place in an idealistic society where everything is designed to be harmonious, just, and fulfilling for all people

- solarpunk ☀️ - a sub-genre of utopian literature, solarpunk fiction takes place in a sustainable, eco-friendly future where humanity lives harmoniously with nature, often featuring renewable energy, green cities, and with a focus on social equity

- anti-capitalist 🌹 - the characters and plot tell a story that illustrates the pitfalls of capitalism and shows resistance and possible alternatives"

Read more:
https://wanderingk.substack.com/p/solarpunk-utopian-and-anti-capitalist

#PostCapitalism #Degrowth #Novels #SolarPunkSunday #SolarPunkFiction #Books #Reading