The Power of Community: How Cuba Survived Peak Oil

In the early 1990s, Cuba faced the dual dilemma of the Soviet Union’s collapse and the United States’ tightening of the trade embargo. What resulted was a deep recession dubbed the Special Period. This story is of the Cuban people’s intelligent, forward-thinking response to the crisis. The crisis mimics what would happen in the event of a sudden oil shortage, serving as a valuable lesson on how to adapt to the impending threat of peak oil and still live well. Given the global uncertainty over oil reserves, it’s a much needed lesson that comes at an opportune time.

Sponsored by the Green Sanctuary Committee of the Unitarian Church of Calgary and the Permaculture Calgary Guild. Doors open 6:30, Coffee and edibles 6:40, Film 7:00. Discussion to follow. Admission is free. Donations accepted to cover expenses. Bring a dessert or appetizer to share.