sailtransportnetwork.com and STN news |
by Jan Lundberg | |
27 January 2007 | |
Culture Change Letter #151 - [Note: this article was revised in June 2008 over a year after it appeared.] -
Sail Transport Network is forming a bow wave.
In a time of worsening news about the climate, Bush's War on Iraq, and you name it, there is at least some good news for a positive future. There is a low-tech project with huge potential that upholds sustainable economics and natural, convivial living -- while not polluting. It's based on the proven traditions and romantic images of the sea and graceful boats.
The Sail Transport Network (STN) is gathering speed even as you read this. We ourselves misjudged the current interest level that has us pleasantly surprised. Major news media will be giving STN a boost due to either (1) the relevance of challenging the dwindling-oil basis of petroleum for shipping and passenger travel, or (2) as a business-pages story. No matter what oil prices may be doing now or later, STN is on its way to becoming operational with a high profile.
Sail power is more than some theoretical future mini-substitute for today's oil-based trade and flying and driving. STN's team is growing, dedicated, talented and well informed about energy and environmental issues -- and we love adventure and accept risk. We even have our own flag for participating sailboats and supporters on land. We will keep reporting on STN's meeting its potential -- as we do it. You're welcome to not just watch but help bring about a better reality for sustainable transport all the sooner.
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