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Community 3P is moving

Hi All!Due to the fact that I have been unable to resolve the difficulties in using Ning (short hiring a full time web developer), I have decided to move Community 3P. As of July 9th, you can find updates on Facebook. I will be reposting everything I can under the Community 3P banner there.Thanks for all of your patience and support I look forward to seeing you on Facebook after the 9th!Kind regards,-RobertSee More

Blog post by Robert Esposito Jul 5, 2010

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3P Trading Update

I am please to announce that I have officially launched 3P Trading. You can check out the website here and read the amazing story behind Sol Simple, the first product I have available for distribution.Company launch is here.Sol Simple is here.Cheers and thanks to everyone for their support so far!See More

Blog post by Robert Esposito May 28, 2010

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Earthworms Prefer Living Matter

Here's an interesting article from BBC Earth News. Scientists have discovered that earthworms eat seeds and seedling as well as dead matter. Earthworms have long been thought to be soley beneficial as they convert dead matter to nitrogen rich soil but the new findings suggest that they may actually be causing some harm to local plant life. Its an interesting discovery that may still have future implications.See More

Robert Esposito added a discussion to the group Sustainable Farming May 26, 2010

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Sustainable Farming

Articles, blogs, etc., about sustainable farming issues.

Group posted by Robert Esposito May 26, 2010

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Check this out http://ning.it/aSvwB7

Status posted by Meaghan Tierney May 25, 2010

Bucking the Industrial Trend part 3

My final post on the topic is to draw awareness to some of the ways people in every industry are successfully shifting to sustainable alternatives. You can read it here or from the side bar. Enjoy!See More

Blog post by Robert Esposito May 19, 2010

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Meaghan Tierney replied to Meaghan Tierney's discussion 'The Blue Sweater'

Hi Vero, This book is about a woman and her journey of trying to understand global poverty Through her time in Africa she discovers what works and what doesn't. She starts her own organization that works to help make people self-sufficient…

May 18, 2010

Here is a blog post that might be of interest. http://ning.it/baJ0TY

Status posted by Meaghan Tierney May 18, 2010

Véro Howlett replied to Meaghan Tierney's discussion 'The Blue Sweater'

HI Meaghan, Can you tell us what this book is about in a few words? Thanks! V.

May 15, 2010

Bucking the Industrial Trend part 2

My second installment of Bucking the Industrial Trend. This one looks at social impact of the industrial revolution and reinforces the argument that the industrial model is a failed system. You can read it here or from the right side barSee More

Blog post by Robert Esposito May 14, 2010

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The Blue Sweater

Hi Community 3P,I am just beginning to read The Blue Sweater written by Jaqueline Novogratz. I am wondering if anyone else would be interested in doing a virtual Book Club? Let me know what you think. At the very least, I will post my thoughts once I read it.Thanks,MeaghanSee More

Discussion posted by Meaghan Tierney May 12, 2010

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Nano-tech Promises Cheap Solar Panels

Advancement in nano technology may drastically decrease the cost of solar technology making it more affordable for developing communities. You can read the full article here.

Robert Esposito added a discussion to the group Sustainable Development May 10, 2010

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Mass Extinction

This is another disturbing article from the BBC on species loss. Its rather depressing but it highlights the need to curb old habits and build sustainable communities that nurture a healthy environment. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science_and_environment/10103179.stm See More

Robert Esposito added a discussion to the group Unsustainable May 10, 2010

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