One Planet Festival - October 2nd-11th 2009

Imagine

. . . . . a festival that celebrates today to help save tomorrow.

A tomorrow where we use the technology we have now to generate our own heat and power so we no longer fear the next electricity bill.

A tomorrow when fuel costs finally persuade folks to treat driving and flying as the luxury it once was but where modern technology enables us to work locally and be effective globally.

A tomorrow where wilding of our national parks is seen as a solution to water shortages and carbon sinks as well as a place to celebrate nature’s rekindled diversity.

A tomorrow where we all start to appreciate our gardens not just for their beauty but for what they can provide in food and even fuel, a tomorrow that sees the results of enthusiastic planting in our urban areas or corporate lawn deserts into beautiful gardens that would shame the Elizabethans.

A tomorrow when none of the electricity generated in the nuclear fission generator eyesore close by is needed by anyone in the District.

This is not a time of despair or denial. It is a time to realise what we already have and learn how we can use our knowledge, innovation and consideration to live a full and wonderful life that works with our planet and not against it.

A peaceful prosperous healthy planet. This is our little bit towards just that and Lancaster, with a cornucopia of thriving landscapes, universities, and local businesses (including many superb ale houses) is as beautiful a place to start as any.

Comments from 2009 festival:

“Fantastic idea – more please”

“Great idea – a lot of fun! Would like to hear about the next one!”

“Thank you so much, we’ve had a fab afternoon. Off home to make more brooches.”

“Many thanks for a real, girly dress-up, feel good afternoon. Leighton & Rosetta really enjoyed themselves as well J”

“Would love to come again! Thank you for all your hard work J”

“It was great and we should do it weekly.”

“Thanks for a wonderful day. Lets do it again.”

“Very inspired, can’t wait to get making more pretties asap!”

“Thanks for a lovely afternoon!”

“Great fun, lovely afternoon! Well Done!!!”

If you have any comments, good or bad, please email us at info@oneplanetfestival.com

counter

© oneplanetfestival.com 2009 - All Rights Reserved

• The Sustainability Exposition •

The Sustainability Expo 09 was on Sat 3rd October, at the Ashton Hall, Lancaster Town Hall, with music, speaker events, and local organic refreshments including a local ale festival.

Stalls from local, regional and national businesses, organisations, community groups, universities and schools showcased their energy efficiency and renewable energy products, services and projects.

Last year's garden installation (all plants you could eat) was a huge success.

This year's theme was grand designs for the home and an eco-house installation formed the centrepiece of the Expo which was again well attendend this year.

• The Film festival •
Five films some with panel discussions hosted by the Dukes Cinema (Sun. Oct. 4th - Fri. Oct. 9th) to raise awareness about climate change and sustainable practices. Additionally, Lancaster Cycling Demonstration Town will be hosting a Cycle Shorts Film Competition on Fri. Oct. 9th.

• The Music Festival •

wa hosted by existing venues in the City. Bicycle generators were built to power the sound systems for acoustic acts, sustainable tariffs and/or waste oil driven PAs were available for electric acts.

• The Speaker Events •

The Dukes Playhouse hosted talks and workshops through the weekend, with keynote speakers, addressing the challenge of climate change and proactive individual and community solutions, e.g. Lancaster's Transition Town initiative and Pass on Plastics.

• Climate Justice Event Oct. 3rd•
(click HERE for flyer)

The UN Climate Summit in Copenhagen Dec. 2009 is being described as the “last chance for the planet.”

11.30am Morecambe promenade – opposite the town hall. Join Geraldine Smith MP, Mr and Mrs Noah, plus award-winning TV documentary maker, Mark Dowd (of Operation Noah) to show your concern about climate change to policy makers.

12.30pm walk to Christ Church (United Reformed), Broadway, Morecambe. Tea and coffee will be available and a service will be led by Revd. Mike Peatman

• Local Beer Festival •

Once again local champions of cask conditioned ales, Lancaster Brewery, providing a free selection of their own fine ales at the Sustainability Exposition.

2009 Festival includes:

Film festival

Sustainability Exposition

Low Carbon Music Festival

Speaker Events

Climate Justice Event

Local Beer Festival


Mailing List:

Please sign up to receive the latest news and updates to the festival calendar.

Name*:

Organisation:

Email*:

* Required fields       


Press Releases

Second One Planet Festival a Success!

Environmental film season announced for One Planet Festival (14-09-09)

E-flyer (pdf) to print out (03-09-09)

Call for Exhibitors (18-08-09)

Press Release (24-09-09)

Free Style Event (18-09-09)


Festival Organisers:

The festival is being co-ordinated through Lancaster's energy awareness organisation LESS (Local and Effective Sustainable Solutions).

Partner organisations include:

The Dukes Playhouse
Celebrating Cycling
Escendency Ltd
Segen Ltd
Lancashire Environment Centre at Lancaster University
Lancaster Brewery
CME Artist Services