Tag: Features

Walking from Norway to Africa without Money or a Passport

01.14.13, 2:40pm Comments (11)

Ibby Okinyi walks and blogs about his voyage through Europe to Africa, surviving on dumpster surplus, wild edibles, and the kindness of strangers he meets along the way. Read more »

In Reno, Hardship Brings A Commmunity Together

By Natalie Minor

12.18.12, 8:50am Comments (2)

Reno was hit especially hard by the 2008 financial crisis and still suffers high unemployment. It's galvanizing the city, and "Renoites" staunchly refuse to let anyone go hungry. Read more »

Hacking the Commons: How to Start a Hackerspace

By Jenny Ryan

11.10.12, 1:14pm Comments (27)

Among our group today, I count two biohackers, three writers, six software developers, plus 3D printing, robot, and coop enthusiasts. What unites us is a shared passion for citizen science and open access to tools – as well as a strong desire for community. Read more »

A Life of Abundance Without Money

By Maria Grusauskas

09.18.12, 8:30am Comments (14)

For most, a life without money seems inconceivable. But an emerging tribe of people living a moneyless lifestyle are completely embracing the abundance of a gift economy. Read more »

Open Data Emerges as a Global Movement

By Jim Craner

09.12.12, 8:36am Comments (3)

As open data is embraced by governments around the world, its value is becoming a hot topic of debate. Read more »

Can Trust Systems Build a New Economy From Ruin?

By Paul M. Davis

09.04.12, 7:07pm Comments (14)

The sharing economy offers a higher quality of life at dramatically lower economic and environmental cost. But in an economy where we share houses, cars, money, and work with strangers, how do we decide who to trust? Read more »

MoRUS: A Museum for Urban Reclaimers in Manhattan

By A.M. Gittlitz

08.07.12, 11:20am Comments (1)

A new museum in Manhattan documents the vibrant squatter community that emerged from NYC's 70s real estate bust to redefine the neighborhood through bike advocacy, community gardens, and other bottom-up initiatives. Read more »

Is The Sharing Economy Safe for Women?

By Lauren Kelley

07.24.12, 10:34am Comments (10)

For the sharing economy to go mainstream, it must address the safety concerns of women users. How can services address these risks and ensure their safety? Read more »

Artists' Collectives: Sharing Resources to Enhance Creativity

By Kelly McCartney

07.02.12, 9:08am Comments (0)

Artists have come together as collectives since Ancient Greece in order to share resources and enhance creativity. Today, they still flourish across the globe. Read more »