CURRENT MISSION

paradigm shift to sustainable living economies

ABOUT ME

I am a father, homesteader, communitarian, business owner, educator, traveler, music enthusiast, solar power madman. I'm excitable, busy, goofy, serious, compassionate, pissed off, empathetic, emphatic, crazy, physical, mental, hyper, calm and loving.

PHILOSOPHY

spiritual integrity, personal growth, global habitat salvation

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I just joined CS and I'm looking forward to meeting interesting people and participating in some discussion and exchange on issues of sustainability. I advocate a transition mobilization such as that found in Solartopia, the transformational vision from Harvey Wasserman.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

An unexpected week in Luxembourg experiencing the cultural mix of people and some interesting social events translated as dance festivals and bonfires.

Interests

renewable energy, homesteading, farming, summer camp, music, gatherings, community-based economics, peace, ecology

• design
• festivals
• dancing
• homesteading
• music
• camping
• business
• ecology
• economics
• teaching

Music, Movies, and Books

Tumbleweed Connection, Duncan, Buffalo Springfield, On the Threshold of a Dream, Abbey Road, Zachariah, Raspad, Wizards, Kontiki, The Great Rehearsal, Be Here Now, Solartopia, Ben Franklin

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

arrested and found "not guilty by reason of necessity" for trespassing at a toxic waste incinerator in attempt to shut it down - a big thanks to Martin Sheen for leading us over the fence

Teach, Learn, Share

I am a certified Solar PV Installer and teach entry-level installation classes. I am experienced in design and construction of energy efficient buildings that utilize passive and active solar aspects. I manage a company that provides design and installation of solar and wind power systems.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Bahamas, Belgium, Canada, China, France, Germany, Iceland, Japan, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, Puerto Rico, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom, Virgin Islands, British, Virgin Islands, U.S.

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States, Virgin Islands, U.S.

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