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Landeshauptstadt Stuttgart<p>Ob Spielekonsole, Sackkarre oder Töpferscheibe – in der neuen Bibliothek der Dinge können Sie ab jetzt mehr als 70 Gegenstände genauso ausleihen wie Bücher. 📕🎮 Zum Beispiel Dinge, die man nur selten benötigt oder einfach mal ausprobieren will.</p><p>💡Das schont nicht nur Ressourcen, sondern auch Platz und den Geldbeutel! Was es in der Bibliothek der Dinge alles gibt, erfahren Sie hier: www.stadtbibliothek-stuttgart.de/bibderdinge</p><p><a href="https://xn--baw-joa.social/tags/Stuttgart" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Stuttgart</span></a> <a href="https://xn--baw-joa.social/tags/StadtbibliothekStuttgart" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>StadtbibliothekStuttgart</span></a> <a href="https://xn--baw-joa.social/tags/SharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SharingEconomy</span></a> <a href="https://xn--baw-joa.social/tags/Kreislaufwirtschaft" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Kreislaufwirtschaft</span></a></p>
DoomsdaysCW<p><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Colorado" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Colorado</span></a> - <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Libraries" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Libraries</span></a> and the ‘economy of sharing’</p><p>An ode to the palace of the people </p><p>By Kaylee Harter - Apr. 9, 2025 </p><p>"Visit one of BPL’s <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/makerspaces" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>makerspaces</span></a>, a feature that’s become a staple in many libraries, and you can use <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/3DPrinters" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>3DPrinters</span></a>, <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/looms" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>looms</span></a>, <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LaserCutters" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LaserCutters</span></a>, <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ScreenPrinting" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ScreenPrinting</span></a> equipment and more. </p><p>" 'It’s a collaborative learning environment,' Farnan says. 'We’re learning together. If you were to go into the makerspace today and ask, like, ‘I’m thinking about doing this,’ then they would say, ‘I don’t know how to do that, but let’s figure it out.’ </p><p>" 'That is inherently resilient.'</p><p>"He recalls a blind artist who came in with a unique challenge: 'She wanted to be able to see her drawings.' </p><p>" 'They worked with her with 3D printers, with the laser cutters and that kind of thing, in order to transfer her drawings into dimensional objects, because they were abstractions, so that she could then see them with her fingers.'</p><p>"Despite the always expanding array of programming and services, the books themselves — and literacy for all ages — are ever important."</p><p><a href="https://boulderweekly.com/special-editions/libraries-and-the-economy-of-sharing/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">boulderweekly.com/special-edit</span><span class="invisible">ions/libraries-and-the-economy-of-sharing/</span></a></p><p><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SharingEconomy</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CircularEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CircularEconomy</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibrariesRule</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibraryOfThings</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/MakerSpace" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>MakerSpace</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BuildingCommunity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>BuildingCommunity</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Accessibility" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Accessibility</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SolarPunkSunday</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BoulderCO" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>BoulderCO</span></a></p>
DoomsdaysCW<p><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Tennessee" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Tennessee</span></a>: <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibraryOfThings</span></a> at the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/NashvillePublicLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NashvillePublicLibrary</span></a> </p><p>"Why buy when you can borrow? The Library of Things features an array of useful items—including activities and games, health and fitness equipment, tools and electronics, food and party items, crafts and hobbies, and musical instruments—that you can borrow for free for up to 3 weeks."</p><p>Items include: Guitars, keyboards, ukuleles, and other musical instruments, radon detectors, baking supplies, tool kits, board games, fitness and sports equipment, and craft and hobby items.</p><p>FMI: <a href="https://library.nashville.org/services/library-things" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">library.nashville.org/services</span><span class="invisible">/library-things</span></a><br><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibrariesRule</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Libraries" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Libraries</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibrariesOfThings</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SharingEconomy</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SolarPunkSunday</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BorrowDontBuy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>BorrowDontBuy</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Degrowth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Degrowth</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CircularEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CircularEconomy</span></a></p>
DoomsdaysCW<p><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Michigan" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Michigan</span></a>: <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibraryOfThings</span></a></p><p>"Welcome to a new era of borrowing at the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/WestlandPublicLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>WestlandPublicLibrary</span></a>—where you can borrow experiences, hobbies, and tools just as easily as you borrow books.<br> <br>What is the Library of Things?</p><p>"The Library of Things allows you to borrow physical objects for use at home or on the go. You now have access to a diverse collection of items that cater to your curiosity and interests. From tools to help your next household project to craft kits that awaken your artistic side, our collection is designed to inspire and enrich your life."</p><p>Who can check out Library of Things items?</p><p>"Library of Things items can be checked out by Westland residents age 18 and older."</p><p>Borrowing limits</p><p>"Eligible patrons may borrow a maximum of two items at any given time. Library of Things items have a two week loan period and cannot be renewed."</p><p>Items include: Board games, puzzles, sports equipment, outdoor recreation, tech accessories, digital tools, audio equipment, arts and crafts, gardening, ghost hunting, outdoor exploration, cooking and baking equipment, cleaning and organizing equipment, event supplies, hand tools, automotive tools, measurement and precision tools, and more!</p><p>FMI:<br><a href="https://westlandlibrary.org/featured-collections/library-of-things/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">westlandlibrary.org/featured-c</span><span class="invisible">ollections/library-of-things/</span></a><br><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibrariesRule</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Libraries" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Libraries</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibrariesOfThings</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SharingEconomy</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SolarPunkSunday</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BorrowDontBuy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>BorrowDontBuy</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Degrowth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Degrowth</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CircularEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CircularEconomy</span></a></p>
DoomsdaysCW<p><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Missouri" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Missouri</span></a>: <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/JoplinMO" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>JoplinMO</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/PublicLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>PublicLibrary</span></a> Shares Spring Ideas of Books and Things</p><p>by: Wendi Douglas </p><p>Posted: Mar 10, 2025 / 04:41 PM CDT </p><p>"SPRING" LIBRARY RESOURCES - Cleaning/Organizing, Gardening &amp; Donating!</p><p>SPRING CLEANING</p><p>"With Spring around the corner, Joplin Public Library can help you get your home and garden prepped for the new season!</p><p>"Spring is the time to tackle the cleaning and repairing you've put off all winter. Check out a book on decluttering, a complete guide to cleaning the whole house, or handy hints on storage, repairs, and maintenance.</p><p>"Need a tool for spring cleaning? Check out the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibraryOfThings</span></a> for a professional carpet cleaner, a household tool kit, or a dryer vent cleaning system.</p><p>"Just need something to listen to while you clean? Libby and hoopla have great audiobooks you can stream from your devices!</p><p>SPRING GARDENING</p><p>"If you have a garden you want to get ready for Spring, you'll want to be certain to use Library resources as well!</p><p>"The annual plant swap on March 29 is a great place to meet fellow plant lovers and get new plants, cuttings, and seeds!</p><p>"Browse the book selection for instructions on vegetable gardening, flower gardening and more. If you're more of a visual learning, stream Great Courses How to Grow Anything on Kanopy using your JPL card!</p><p>"Just dipping your toes into gardening? Check out our gardening set from the Library of Things and try before you buy!</p><p>DONATIONS ACCEPTED</p><p>"Also, if you`re decluttering and wondering where to go with your gently used books, movies, and magazines. Bring them to the Library.</p><p>"The Joplin Public Library accepts donations of GENTLY USED books, DVDs, CDs and recent issues of popular magazines. As part of their volunteer duties, Friends of the Joplin Public Library manage the donated items and the sale shelf. Funds raised will help to support the Friends in their mission of enhancing and supporting the Library. They would love to have your items to sell."</p><p><a href="https://www.fourstateshomepage.com/news/living-well/joplin-public-library-shares-spring-ideas-of-books-and-things/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">fourstateshomepage.com/news/li</span><span class="invisible">ving-well/joplin-public-library-shares-spring-ideas-of-books-and-things/</span></a></p><p>For details: Joplin Public Library | www.joplinpubliclibrary.org/</p><p><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibrariesRule</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Libraries" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Libraries</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibrariesOfThings</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SharingEconomy</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SolarPunkSunday</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BorrowDontBuy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>BorrowDontBuy</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Degrowth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Degrowth</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CircularEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CircularEconomy</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibraryOfThings</span></a></p>
DoomsdaysCW<p><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Florida" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Florida</span></a>: Donations wanted for <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/OrlandoFL" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>OrlandoFL</span></a> and <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/JacksonvilleFL" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>JacksonvilleFL</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibraryOfThings</span></a>!</p><p>"The <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CenterForBiologicalDiversity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CenterForBiologicalDiversity</span></a> fights not only to protect wildlife and wild lands in Florida but also to address the underlying causes of the extinction crisis, including the excessive production and consumption of new products.</p><p>"That’s why we’re excited to announce that we’re working with <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Shareable" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Shareable</span></a> and other partners to establish Library of Things pilot projects in Orlando and Jacksonville.</p><p>"A Library of Things is a shared community resource where useful items can be borrowed just like books that are in circulation for years, reducing the demand to produce new goods that destroy habitat, generate greenhouse gases, create pollution, and harm wildlife.</p><p>"Sharing also disrupts the current U.S. economic model that demands endless growth through the constant purchasing of new things. It challenges the traditional consumerist mindset that drives overproduction and leads to items getting thrown away after only a few uses.</p><p>"You can support this effort by donating items from the library’s wish lists. Whether it's a bicycle repair kit for someone who bikes for transportation, kitchen items for a new university student, or a generator for emergency preparedness, every item counts. By donating, you’ll help neighbors save money and push back against the culture of consumerism. </p><p>Here's how it works</p><p>"The Jacksonville Library of Things pilot, located at University of North Florida dormitories, is looking for donations of board games, kitchen items, phone chargers and tools to be used by students living in the dorms, based on a needs assessment conducted with students in partnership with the University.</p><p>"The Central Florida Tool Library (serving Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) is seeking donations related to disaster preparation and response, as well as home repair and maintenance. These items were identified based on conversations between community members and our partner, <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CentralFloridaMutualAid" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CentralFloridaMutualAid</span></a>.<br> <br>"Each wish list notes whether the item can be gently used or refurbished or must be new. (Certain products must be new for the libraries to ensure they meet safety and fire code standards. But purchasing these items once to be shared among the community prevents each future borrower from buying more.)</p><p>"Links to secondhand and refurbished sites are included where possible. The wish lists also provide a desired quantity of each item. Once the maximum number of items is claimed, you’ll see the request has been fulfilled. The mailing address to send the products for inclusion in the Library of Things can be found in the wish list."</p><p>Original article:<br><a href="https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/programs/population_and_sustainability/sustainability/library_of_things" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">biologicaldiversity.org/progra</span><span class="invisible">ms/population_and_sustainability/sustainability/library_of_things</span></a></p><p><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CentralFlorida" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CentralFlorida</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ToolLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ToolLibrary</span></a> Wishlist:<br><a href="https://sokindregistry.org/registry/CFLToolLibrary" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">sokindregistry.org/registry/CF</span><span class="invisible">LToolLibrary</span></a></p><p>Jacksonville Library of Things Wishlist:<br><a href="https://sokindregistry.org/registry/JaxFLLOT" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">sokindregistry.org/registry/Ja</span><span class="invisible">xFLLOT</span></a><br><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibrariesRule</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Libraries" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Libraries</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibrariesOfThings</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SharingEconomy</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SolarPunkSunday</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BorrowDontBuy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>BorrowDontBuy</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Degrowth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Degrowth</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CircularEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CircularEconomy</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibraryOfThings</span></a></p>
DoomsdaysCW<p><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/UK" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>UK</span></a>: New <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibraryOfThings</span></a> offers help in <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ToughTimes" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ToughTimes</span></a>'</p><p>Ben Mellor, 8 March 2025</p><p>"A new Library of Things will 'reduce waste' and help people struggling for money, organisers say.</p><p>"It will operate from <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BeestonLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>BeestonLibrary</span></a> in <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Nottinghamshire" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Nottinghamshire</span></a> and open in the coming weeks, although an exact date has not yet been set.</p><p>"The service will allow people to borrow <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/HouseholdItems" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>HouseholdItems</span></a>, rather than books, such as carpet cleaners, sewing machines, and children's party sets.</p><p>"Fiona Hartley, an organiser, said: 'These are typically things that might be a bit more expensive, and then you only use them once or twice, and then they sit in your cupboard unused.'</p><p>"She said times were tough at the moment and "this is just something that helps people save a bit of money and a bit of space in their homes".</p><p>"The project has received funding from the Beeston Civic Society and Broxtowe Borough Council to help with the purchase of items - totalling £1,500.</p><p>"This money will be spent on purchasing supplies and items to stock the library.</p><p>"Ms Hartley said there was a 'growing movement' behind Libraries of Things nationwide. Similar projects have been set up across the wider <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/EastMidlands" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>EastMidlands</span></a>.</p><p>"Peter Cribb, the district manager at Inspire, which runs Beeston Library, said he was 'excited at the potential'.</p><p>"'It's not something we've done before, you know we do loan out non-book items, but they're on a one-off basis,' he said.</p><p>"When the service starts, people will use an app to book an item they wish to use. Library staff will then retrieve the item.</p><p>"The maintenance of the items and the app will be operated and paid for by the volunteer groups, Mr Cribb said, and the library's role is to act as storage.</p><p>"Karrie Stainer is the chairwoman of the volunteers and said she first had the idea for the Library of Things over one year ago.</p><p>"However, she struggled to secure funding for the project until recently.</p><p>"'The underlying motivation really comes from <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/environmental" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>environmental</span></a> issues, not being wasteful of stuff, not throwing stuff away,' she said."</p><p>Source:<br><a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y4pyl70yvo" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">bbc.com/news/articles/c5y4pyl7</span><span class="invisible">0yvo</span></a><br><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesRule" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibrariesRule</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Libraries" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Libraries</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibrariesOfThings</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SharingEconomy</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SolarPunkSunday</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BorrowDontBuy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>BorrowDontBuy</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Degrowth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Degrowth</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CircularEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CircularEconomy</span></a></p>
Plunch<p><strong>I love my local library</strong></p> A couple of weeks ago I finally started my membership at the local library (<a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="u-url mention" href="https://social.cologne/@stbibkoeln" target="_blank">@<span>stbibkoeln</span></a>) and now I wonder: Why didn´t I do that 12 years ago when I moved to Cologne? I really love the priniciple of renting over buying – libraries feel like the perfect embodiment of that sharing economy. So it was about time. Since I started my membership I already borrowed a variety of stuff: A Steeldrum A Korg Volca Synthesizer - which I totally love 5 Books - I am reading more […] <p><a href="https://plunch.de/i-love-my-local-library-2/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">plunch.de/i-love-my-local-libr</span><span class="invisible">ary-2/</span></a></p>
bounding_star<p>anyone know of decent fedi/self-hosted platforms for sharing/swapping items buynothing style?</p><p><a href="https://adlsolarpunk.net/tags/sharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>sharingEconomy</span></a> <a href="https://adlsolarpunk.net/tags/buyNothing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>buyNothing</span></a> <a href="https://adlsolarpunk.net/tags/clothingSwap" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>clothingSwap</span></a></p>
Aaron<p>This newly-launching software to manage libraries of things and community lending of shared items looks pretty cool. </p><p>If you're wanting to start one and don't have a lot of personnel volunteer time, this is a good one to look into.</p><p><a href="https://social.coop/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibraryOfThings</span></a> <a href="https://social.coop/tags/SharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SharingEconomy</span></a> <a href="https://social.coop/tags/CircularEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CircularEconomy</span></a></p><p><a href="https://www.circularlibrary.network/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="">circularlibrary.network/</span><span class="invisible"></span></a></p>
bounding_star<p><span class="h-card" translate="no"><a href="https://adlsolarpunk.net/@george" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>george</span></a></span> <span class="h-card" translate="no"><a href="https://mastodon.rewind.org.au/@rewind" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>rewind</span></a></span> also ive found a few digital tools and resources for managing tool libraries, might be helpful for getting more people involved<br><a href="http://www.toollibrarian.com/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">http://www.</span><span class="">toollibrarian.com/</span><span class="invisible"></span></a><br><a href="https://localtools.org/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="">localtools.org/</span><span class="invisible"></span></a><br><a href="https://sharestarter.org/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="">sharestarter.org/</span><span class="invisible"></span></a></p><p><a href="https://adlsolarpunk.net/tags/libraryEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>libraryEconomy</span></a> <a href="https://adlsolarpunk.net/tags/sharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>sharingEconomy</span></a> <a href="https://adlsolarpunk.net/tags/toolLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>toolLibrary</span></a> <a href="https://adlsolarpunk.net/tags/libraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>libraryOfThings</span></a></p>
Stadtwerke Tübingen GmbH<p>🚲 Ohne eigenes Auto in Tübingen: Kathis Bilanz nach 3 Jahren 🚌<br>Wie lebt es sich mit Fahrrad, Öffis und Sharing statt eigenem Auto? Kathi teilt im Blog ihre Erfahrungen – von den Herausforderungen bis zu den Vorteilen. Auch der Urlaub ohne Auto kommt zur Sprache. 🚶‍♀️🌍</p><p>Habt ihr gute Vorsätze für einen klimafreundlicheren Alltag im neuen Jahr? 🌱 Lasst euch inspirieren!</p><p>👉 Jetzt reinhören oder reinlesen: <a href="https://blog.swtue.de/mein-leben-ohne-auto/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">blog.swtue.de/mein-leben-ohne-</span><span class="invisible">auto/</span></a></p><p><a href="https://xn--baw-joa.social/tags/Klimaschutz" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Klimaschutz</span></a> <a href="https://xn--baw-joa.social/tags/SharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SharingEconomy</span></a> <a href="https://xn--baw-joa.social/tags/T%C3%BCbingen" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Tübingen</span></a> <a href="https://xn--baw-joa.social/tags/Mobilit%C3%A4tswende" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Mobilitätswende</span></a> <a href="https://xn--baw-joa.social/tags/Nachhaltigkeit" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Nachhaltigkeit</span></a></p>
DoomsdaysCW<p>Excerpt from "What is <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Solarpunk" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Solarpunk</span></a> Everything you need to know about solarpunk, how it connects to <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ClimateJustice" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ClimateJustice</span></a> and how to get involved with the movement" by Andrew Sage, published January 16, 2023:</p><p>How does solarpunk relate to <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/degrowth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>degrowth</span></a>?</p><p>"The overlap between solarpunk and the degrowth movement can be found in the understanding that <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/capitalism" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>capitalism</span></a>’s built-in imperative to grow, expand, exploit, and profit endlessly cannot continue in the context of a <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/FinitePlanet" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>FinitePlanet</span></a>.</p><p>"The degrowth movement is about rejecting the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/GlobalCapitalist" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>GlobalCapitalist</span></a> system’s pursuit of endless growth and advocating for a world based in care, solidarity, and autonomy in which our social and ecological well-being are at the forefront. </p><p>"Degrowth means <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ClimateJustice" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ClimateJustice</span></a> and a good life for all within <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/PlanetaryBoundaries" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>PlanetaryBoundaries</span></a>. </p><p>"Although aspects of solarpunk and degrowth may benefit from particular government policies, these movements cannot rely on the state. The state is structurally unsuited to ecological restoration, and can even potentially operate as an obstacle. </p><p>"The inherently violent and ecocidal character that has marked states from their earliest inception and up to their present incarnations does not lend itself to our liberation. Top-down approaches have consistently failed where local approaches to <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/rewilding" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>rewilding</span></a> have succeeded.</p><p>"The solarpunk movement emphasises local power, local organising, and local <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/autonomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>autonomy</span></a> because the world we envision cannot be imposed from above. </p><p>"A forest is more than its trees; ecological restoration requires intimate knowledge with the local nuances of the land, the water cycle, and the network of microorganisms, fungi, plants, and animals that sustain it. </p><p>"Our planet will be healed on the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/grassroots" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>grassroots</span></a> level. We will need to circumvent the impositions of those in power through direct action to bring a solarpunk world into being."</p><p><a href="https://shado-mag.com/all/what-is-solarpunk/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">shado-mag.com/all/what-is-sola</span><span class="invisible">rpunk/</span></a> <br><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/AntiCapitalism" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>AntiCapitalism</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Degrowth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Degrowth</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/TheLimitsToGrowth" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>TheLimitsToGrowth</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Sustainability" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Sustainability</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Ecosystem" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Ecosystem</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/NatureBasedLearning" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NatureBasedLearning</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/NatureObservations" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NatureObservations</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SharingEconomy</span></a></p>
DoomsdaysCW<p>From cookie cutters to air fryers, <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibraryOfThings</span></a> offers free use for holiday entertaining</p><p>BY CHRIS SMITH | Contributing writer Dec 9, 2024</p><p>"Tis the season for family get-togethers and joyful feasting. If you are in need of extra kitchen equipment to pull off a big holiday meal, or perhaps a tailgating party, browse through the tabletop appliances and cookware available for loan through the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/JeffersonParishLibrary" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>JeffersonParishLibrary</span></a>'s <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BeyondBooks" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>BeyondBooks</span></a>: Library of Things.</p><p>"<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LoT" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LoT</span></a> is a collection of items that expands the idea of traditionally defined library materials. A LoT supports the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SharingEconomy</span></a> by allowing patrons to share items they may need only occasionally, and contributes to sustainability efforts to reduce waste. The collection also offers the opportunity to 'try before you buy' saving community members in the long run.</p><p>"Find what you need — everything from an immersion blender to an air fryer, or a panini press, salad spinner, Bundt pans, a cocktail kit and a cookie-cutter set. </p><p>"We have about 60 practical items for the kitchen available for two-week loan at multiple branches of the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/library" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>library</span></a> system.</p><p>"'<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LookBooks" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LookBooks</span></a>' — pages that show items in the Library of Things — can be found at the websites of the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Terrytown" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Terrytown</span></a>, <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BelleTerre" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>BelleTerre</span></a> and <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/NorthKenner" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NorthKenner</span></a> libraries.</p><p>Read more:<br><a href="https://www.nola.com/entertainment_life/blenders-to-air-fryers-library-of-things-offers-free-use/article_476a47a8-aea0-11ef-ae45-d39cc8728505.html" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">nola.com/entertainment_life/bl</span><span class="invisible">enders-to-air-fryers-library-of-things-offers-free-use/article_476a47a8-aea0-11ef-ae45-d39cc8728505.html</span></a> </p><p><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/NOLALIbraries" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NOLALIbraries</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/LibrariesOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibrariesOfThings</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/NOLA" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NOLA</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/NewOrleans" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NewOrleans</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Louisiana" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Louisiana</span></a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SolarPunkSunday</span></a></p>
Münchner Mosaik<p><strong>E-Scooter: Praktisches Verkehrsmittel oder städtisches&nbsp;Ärgernis?</strong></p><p>E-Scooter sind aus dem Stadtbild vieler deutscher Städte nicht mehr wegzudenken. Ursprünglich als umweltfreundliche und flexible Ergänzung zum öffentlichen Nahverkehr gedacht, haben sie sich in den letzten Jahren zu einem kontroversen Thema entwickelt. Während sie für viele Menschen eine praktische Mobilitätsoption darstellen, sorgen sie gleichzeitig für erheblichen Unmut in der Bevölkerung. Besonders das rücksichtslose Abstellen und die oft chaotische Nutzung durch einige Fahrende stellen Städte und Kommunen vor große Herausforderungen. Doch warum sind bisherige Lösungsansätze oft gescheitert, und welche Maßnahmen könnten tatsächlich Abhilfe schaffen? In diesem Beitrag werfen wir einen Blick auf die Problematik, diskutieren mögliche Lösungen und geben Tipps, wie Bürger*innen ihre Kommune dazu bewegen können, aktiv zu werden.</p><p></p><p><strong>Die Probleme mit E-Scootern</strong></p><p>Die Kritik an E-Scootern lässt sich in zwei Hauptbereiche unterteilen: das Verhalten der Nutzenden und die Verantwortung der Anbieter.</p><p><strong><strong>1. Rücksichtsloses Fahren</strong></strong></p><p>Viele Nutzenden behandeln E-Scooter eher als Spaßfahrzeug denn als ernsthaftes Verkehrsmittel. Das führt zu riskantem Verhalten wie Fahren auf Gehwegen, Slalomfahren zwischen Fußgehenden oder dem Ignorieren von Verkehrsregeln. Solches Verhalten gefährdet nicht nur andere Verkehrsteilnehmenden, sondern beeinträchtigt auch das Sicherheitsgefühl im öffentlichen Raum.</p><p><strong><strong>2. Wildes Abstellen</strong></strong></p><p>Ein noch größeres Ärgernis ist das wilde Abstellen von Leih-Scootern. Häufig werden sie mitten auf Gehwegen, vor Hauseingängen oder an Bushaltestellen zurückgelassen und blockieren so Wege für Fußgehenden, Menschen mit Kinderwagen oder Personen mit eingeschränkter Mobilität. Besonders problematisch ist dies in engen Altstadtbereichen oder hochfrequentierten Zonen.</p><p><strong><strong>3. Verantwortungslosigkeit der Anbieter</strong></strong></p><p>Ein zentraler Kritikpunkt ist die Haltung der Verleihfirmen. Diese argumentieren oft, dass die Nutzenden selbst für das korrekte Abstellen verantwortlich seien – eine rechtlich korrekte, aber praktisch problematische Position. Anbieter ziehen sich so häufig aus der Verantwortung zurück, was die Regulierung erschwert.</p>Bild von <a href="https://pixabay.com/de/users/lazerkong-23081611/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=6572974" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pavel Kapysh</a> auf <a href="https://pixabay.com/de//?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=6572974" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pixabay</a><p><strong>Warum bisherige Lösungsansätze oft scheitern</strong></p><p>Viele Städte haben bereits Maßnahmen ergriffen, um die Probleme mit E-Scootern einzudämmen. Dennoch zeigen diese Ansätze häufig nur begrenzte Wirkung. Zu den Hauptgründen gehören:</p><ul><li><strong>Rechtliche Einschränkungen:</strong> Städte haben oft nicht genug Handlungsspielraum, um eigenständig strengere Regeln durchzusetzen.</li><li><strong>Mangelnde Infrastruktur:</strong> Es fehlen ausreichend ausgewiesene Parkflächen für E-Scooter.</li><li><strong>Schwierige Durchsetzbarkeit:</strong> Ordnungsämter sind personell unterbesetzt und können Verstöße nur selten ahnden.</li><li><strong>Unverbindliche Vereinbarungen:</strong> Absprachen mit Anbietern bleiben oft freiwillig und ohne Sanktionen bei Nichteinhaltung.</li><li><strong>Fehlende Nutzeraufklärung:</strong> Viele Nutzende sind sich nicht bewusst, welche Regeln gelten oder ignorieren diese bewusst.</li></ul>Bild von <a href="https://pixabay.com/de/users/moovi_escooter-15562396/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=4921573" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Janik Lipke</a> auf <a href="https://pixabay.com/de//?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=4921573" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pixabay</a><p><strong>Erfolgreiche Ansätze aus deutschen Städten</strong></p><p>Trotz der Schwierigkeiten gibt es Städte in Deutschland, die mit innovativen Maßnahmen versuchen, die Probleme in den Griff zu bekommen:</p><p><strong><strong>1. Nürnberg: Strikte Parkverbotszonen</strong></strong></p><p>In Nürnberg wurde innerhalb des Bundesstraßenrings eine großflächige Parkverbotszone eingeführt. E-Scooter dürfen hier nur noch auf speziell ausgewiesenen Sammelparkplätzen abgestellt werden. Diese Maßnahme hat das wilde Abstellen deutlich reduziert.</p><p><strong><strong>2. Regensburg: Klare Abstellflächen</strong></strong></p><p>Regensburg hat in der Altstadt und angrenzenden Gebieten etwa 40 spezielle Abstellflächen eingerichtet. Gleichzeitig wurde eine großflächige Abstellverbotszone eingeführt.</p><p><strong><strong>3. Berlin: Reduzierung der Scooter-Anzahl</strong></strong></p><p>Berlin hat die Anzahl der Leih-Scooter reduziert und Anbieter verpflichtet, Mitarbeitende einzusetzen, die falsch abgestellte Roller umparken.</p><p><strong><strong>4. Gelsenkirchen: Komplettverbot</strong></strong></p><p>Gelsenkirchen hat einen radikalen Schritt gewählt und Leih-Scooter komplett verboten – ein drastischer Ansatz, der jedoch die Probleme vollständig beseitigt hat.</p>Bild von <a href="https://pixabay.com/de/users/surprising_snapshots-11873433/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=6954943" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mircea Iancu</a> auf <a href="https://pixabay.com/de//?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=6954943" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pixabay</a><p><strong>Vorschläge für wirksame Maßnahmen</strong></p><p>Eine Kombination verschiedener Ansätze könnte langfristig helfen, die Probleme mit E-Scootern zu lösen:</p><p><strong><strong>Technische Lösungen</strong></strong></p><ul><li>Einführung von Geofencing-Technologie: Diese verhindert das Abstellen in verbotenen Zonen.</li><li>Verpflichtung zu Parknachweisen: Nutzende müssen vor dem Beenden der Fahrt ein Foto des korrekt abgestellten Scooters machen.</li></ul><p><strong><strong>Regulierung der Anbieter</strong></strong></p><ul><li>Bußgelder für Anbieter: Anbieter sollten bei Verstößen gegen Parkregeln zur Kasse gebeten werden – mit der Möglichkeit, diese Kosten an Nutzende weiterzugeben.</li><li>Verpflichtung zur Entfernung falsch geparkter Roller: Anbieter könnten verpflichtet werden, falsch abgestellte Roller innerhalb von 24 Stunden zu entfernen.</li></ul><p><strong><strong>Infrastrukturmaßnahmen</strong></strong></p><ul><li>Einrichtung von Sammelparkplätzen: Klare und gut sichtbare Parkflächen könnten das wilde Abstellen reduzieren.</li><li>Ausbau des Radwegenetzes: Sichere Fahrspuren für Mikromobilität würden Konflikte mit Fußgehenden minimieren.</li></ul><p><strong><strong>Nutzeraufklärung</strong></strong></p><ul><li>Schulungen oder Quizze in den Apps der Anbieter könnten das Bewusstsein für korrektes Verhalten stärken.</li><li>Anreize wie Rabatte oder Bonuspunkte könnten korrektes Parken belohnen.</li></ul>Bild von <a href="https://pixabay.com/de/users/tho-ge-113537/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=7220458" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Thomas G.</a> auf <a href="https://pixabay.com/de//?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=7220458" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pixabay</a><p><strong>Was können Bürger*innen tun?</strong></p><p>Als Bürger*in können Sie aktiv dazu beitragen, dass Ihre Kommune sich stärker mit den Problemen rund um E-Scooter auseinandersetzt:</p><ol><li><strong>Probleme dokumentieren:</strong> Fotografieren Sie falsch abgestellte E-Scooter oder gefährliche Situationen und melden Sie diese an die Stadtverwaltung oder den Anbieter.</li><li><strong>Bürgerbeteiligung nutzen:</strong> Nutzen Sie Bürgersprechstunden oder öffentliche Foren, um Ihre Anliegen direkt bei Verantwortlichen vorzubringen.</li><li><strong>Petitionen starten:</strong> Starten Sie eine Petition für strengere Regeln oder bessere Infrastruktur in Ihrer Stadt.</li><li><strong>Mit Gleichgesinnten vernetzen:</strong> Schließen Sie sich lokalen Initiativen an oder gründen Sie eine eigene Gruppe, um gemeinsam auf Veränderungen hinzuwirken.</li><li><strong>Politischen Druck ausüben:</strong> Wenden Sie sich an lokale Politiker*innen und fordern Sie konkrete Maßnahmen ein.</li><li><strong>Medien nutzen:</strong> Schreiben Sie Lesendenbriefe an lokale Zeitungen oder nutzen Sie soziale Medien, um Aufmerksamkeit auf das Problem zu lenken.</li></ol>Bild von <a href="https://pixabay.com/de/users/volzi-11716582/?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=7383941" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Andreas Volz</a> auf <a href="https://pixabay.com/de//?utm_source=link-attribution&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=image&amp;utm_content=7383941" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pixabay</a><p><strong>Fazit</strong></p><p>E-Scooter bieten zweifellos Potenzial als nachhaltiges Verkehrsmittel in Städten – doch ihre Nutzung muss besser geregelt werden, um Konflikte zu vermeiden und ihre Akzeptanz zu erhöhen. Eine Kombination aus technischen Lösungen, klaren Regeln für Anbieter, besserer Infrastruktur und Nutzeraufklärung scheint am erfolgversprechendsten zu sein. Gleichzeitig ist es wichtig, dass Bürger*innen aktiv werden und ihre Kommunen dazu bewegen, sich des Problems anzunehmen. Nur durch gemeinsamen Einsatz von Politik, Anbietern und Gesellschaft kann eine nachhaltige Lösung gefunden werden – damit E-Scooter nicht länger ein Ärgernis sind, sondern eine echte Bereicherung für den urbanen Verkehr darstellen.</p><p><span></span></p><p><a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://muenchnermosaik.wordpress.com/tag/offentlicher-raum/" target="_blank">#ÖffentlicherRaum</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://muenchnermosaik.wordpress.com/tag/burgerbeteiligung/" target="_blank">#Bürgerbeteiligung</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://muenchnermosaik.wordpress.com/tag/e-scooter/" target="_blank">#EScooter</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://muenchnermosaik.wordpress.com/tag/elektromobilitat/" target="_blank">#Elektromobilität</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://muenchnermosaik.wordpress.com/tag/mikromobilitat/" target="_blank">#Mikromobilität</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://muenchnermosaik.wordpress.com/tag/nachhaltiger-verkehr/" target="_blank">#NachhaltigerVerkehr</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://muenchnermosaik.wordpress.com/tag/parkmanagement/" target="_blank">#Parkmanagement</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://muenchnermosaik.wordpress.com/tag/sharing-economy/" target="_blank">#SharingEconomy</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://muenchnermosaik.wordpress.com/tag/smart-city/" target="_blank">#SmartCity</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://muenchnermosaik.wordpress.com/tag/stadtplanung/" target="_blank">#Stadtplanung</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://muenchnermosaik.wordpress.com/tag/urbane-mobilitat/" target="_blank">#UrbaneMobilität</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://muenchnermosaik.wordpress.com/tag/verkehrspolitik/" target="_blank">#Verkehrspolitik</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://muenchnermosaik.wordpress.com/tag/verkehrsregulierung/" target="_blank">#Verkehrsregulierung</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://muenchnermosaik.wordpress.com/tag/verkehrssicherheit/" target="_blank">#Verkehrssicherheit</a> <a rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" class="hashtag u-tag u-category" href="https://muenchnermosaik.wordpress.com/tag/verkehrswende/" target="_blank">#Verkehrswende</a></p>
Alice Dubiel 🔬💉🦠😷🌬☮️<p>Those readers know few topics rile my sense of conscience the way capitalism and real estate speculation can. Selig’s ruthless gambler persona persuaded powerful Seattle business oriented politicians and media through zoning and other tax breaks to embrace the promise of commercial development over much needed housing. Now he defaults on $240M loan. It’s gambling and white collars can’t cover the criminality. 1/3 <a href="https://mastodon.green/tags/capitalism" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>capitalism</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.green/tags/realestate" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>realestate</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.green/tags/landuse" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>landuse</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.green/tags/sharingeconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>sharingeconomy</span></a> <a href="https://www.seattletimes.com/business/developer-martin-selig-defaults-on-240m-debt-as-seattle-office-woes-mount/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">seattletimes.com/business/deve</span><span class="invisible">loper-martin-selig-defaults-on-240m-debt-as-seattle-office-woes-mount/</span></a></p>
The Japan Times<p>Japan's transport ministry plans to provide ride-hailing service operators with subsidies to cover two-thirds of the cost of introducing vehicles and multilingual ride-hailing apps. <a href="https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/11/23/japan/society/japan-multilingual-ride-hailing-app/?utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=mastodon" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/11/</span><span class="invisible">23/japan/society/japan-multilingual-ride-hailing-app/?utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=mastodon</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/japan" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>japan</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/society" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>society</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/ridehailing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ridehailing</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/apps" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>apps</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/sharingeconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>sharingeconomy</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/driving" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>driving</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/language" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>language</span></a></p>
Nithin Coca నితిన్<p>Was a nice diversion to write this piece for <span class="h-card" translate="no"><a href="https://bird.makeup/users/nextcityorg" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>nextcityorg</span></a></span> on the <a href="https://social.coop/tags/car" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>car</span></a> sharing service, Gig, which I used in the <a href="https://social.coop/tags/BayArea" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>BayArea</span></a>, and what it's sudden shutdown means for the future of <a href="https://social.coop/tags/carsharing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>carsharing</span></a> across the United States.</p><p><a href="https://nextcity.org/urbanist-news/gig-car-sharing-startup-is-dead-why-is-car-share-so-difficult" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">nextcity.org/urbanist-news/gig</span><span class="invisible">-car-sharing-startup-is-dead-why-is-car-share-so-difficult</span></a></p><p><a href="https://social.coop/tags/urban" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>urban</span></a> <a href="https://social.coop/tags/transportation" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>transportation</span></a> <a href="https://social.coop/tags/carfree" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>carfree</span></a> <a href="https://social.coop/tags/sharing" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>sharing</span></a> <a href="https://social.coop/tags/sharingeconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>sharingeconomy</span></a></p>
nix<p>This month's free store is coming up! Reach out if you have donations or questions. <a href="https://social.stlouist.com/tags/stl" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>stl</span></a> <a href="https://social.stlouist.com/tags/stlouis" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>stlouis</span></a> <a href="https://social.stlouist.com/tags/FreeStore" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>FreeStore</span></a> <a href="https://social.stlouist.com/tags/circularecomony" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>circularecomony</span></a> <a href="https://social.stlouist.com/tags/sharingeconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>sharingeconomy</span></a> <a href="https://social.stlouist.com/tags/missouri" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>missouri</span></a></p>
Danny Garside<p>Sad to see that <a href="https://social.coop/tags/StreetBank" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>StreetBank</span></a> has closed. <br>It was a way of listing things which you were happy for your neighbours to borrow (like <a href="https://social.coop/tags/freecycle" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>freecycle</span></a> but for borrowing, or a distributed and community-managed <a href="https://social.coop/tags/LibraryOfThings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LibraryOfThings</span></a>).</p><p><a href="http://www.streetbank.com/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">http://www.</span><span class="">streetbank.com/</span><span class="invisible"></span></a><br><a href="https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Streetbank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Street</span><span class="invisible">bank</span></a></p><p>Does anyone know any good alternative systems that do the same/similar?</p><p><a href="https://social.coop/tags/SharingEconomy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SharingEconomy</span></a></p>