Gleanings

The la-la land in small scale collaborative communities

Since 2011 I have been working almost full time on collaborative projects, with open and decentralized organizations. I can say that I've seen it all, but I am still trying to make sense of it all.

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The la-la land in small scale collaborative communities

Opposition to Tri-State Brews Among Electric Cooperatives

In a first-of-its-kind meeting, member-owners, trustees and activists from New Mexico and Colorado rural electric cooperatives discussed renewable energy and their co-ops’ working relationship with Tri-State Generation & Transmission Association.
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Delta-Montrose Electric Association officials announced Dec. 6 plans to get out of their contract with Tri-State in order to pursue cheaper renewable energy projects

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Opposition to Tri-State Brews Among Electric Cooperatives

More Co-op Workers Abandon the Picket Lines

Saskatoon Co-op says more of its striking employees are putting down the picket signs and heading back to work. Over the last week, the company says 12 more employees have gone back to work after picketing for the last three months. Co-op says those who have continued to work through the strike or have returned to work, numbers more than 200.

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More Co-op Workers Abandon the Picket Lines

The White Earth Band of Ojibwe Legally Recognized the Rights of Wild Rice.

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The White Earth Band of Ojibwe Legally Recognized the Rights of Wild Rice. Here’s Why

Community pub sector reports 30% growth and 100% survival rate

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Community pub sector reports 30% growth and 100% survival rate

Urban Family Gardens grows local food security in Colombia

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Urban Family Gardens grows local food security in Colombia

Shared Capital Cooperative is Hiring a Loan Administrator

Seeking A Loan Administrator

Please circulate! Shared Capital Cooperative is looking for a Loan Administrator to support its lending program operations. The Loan Administrator plays a key role in ensuring the smooth and accurate functioning of the organization’s lending activities. Responsibilities include managing all aspects of the loan closing process, maintaining loan files, monitoring loans, maintaining loan data and assisting borrowers. We are looking for someone who has experience with the loan closing process and/or paralegal experience in a

How young people and cooperative values are creating a better future

Worker & Social Cooperatives are riding the wave of changes. They represent a valuable and secure employment and entrepreneurial option for young people. We asked young cooperators from our network to share and illustrate their experience. Here’s the third and last video from a 3-part series!