Global Village Institute for Appropriate Technology

A non-profit organization created in 1974 that does great work researching promising new appropriate technologies. Their philosophy emphasizes that emerging technologies that link the world together are not ethically neutral, but often have long-term implications for viability of natural systems, human rights and our common future.

They focus on a convergence of renewable energy, environmental building, sustainable agriculture, biological wastewater systems, community conflict resolution methodologies, holistic community planning, permaculture design, experiential education, natural capital economics, ready access to global information, and a host of emerging modalities for systemic social improvements.

They've received numerous awards and frequent recognition for this work, which has always been at the leading edge of systemic social change.

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