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  Falkirk Transition Network 01.10.2025 ─ Kenny Alexander Polmont Community Hub  Greeenpark Drive Falkirk, FK2 0PZ Overview Transition means change — a shift from one way of living to another. The Transition Movement, which began in 2006, has since grown into an international network of communities spanning 67 countries. It envisions a world where every individual can become part of a supportive community, feeling safe, welcomed, and empowered to thrive. It is only at the level of community that we are able to imagine and create resilient and thriving living conditions that actually work within a turbulent transition era. We can’t rely on others anymore. Transition emphasises local, community-led actions. It explores new ways we can work together to create communities that are fair, strong, and healthy for everyone. In practice, Transition groups create renewable energy projects, support local food production, encourage new businesses, bring nature back into towns and cities, ...

  What is Sustainability? Sustainability acknowledges that our climate and environment are changing. It emphasizes our responsibility to protect ecosystems to ensure health and well-being, both now and in the future. This encompasses actions such as reducing society’s carbon footprint, adapting to climate change, building resilience against extreme weather events, promoting renewable energy sources, and fostering social equity and justice. Sustainability also highlights interconnectedness. This means recognizing that various aspects of human society, the economy, and the environment are deeply intertwined and influence each other in complex ways. Therefore, achieving sustainability requires addressing not only individual components but also understanding the interconnections and feedback loops within systems. By taking a systemic approach, efforts toward sustainability can lead to significant positive impacts across multiple dimensions, resulting in more holistic and lasting soluti...