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There is nothing eco about taking over an island to "create [a] hacker space"

• ada1981 8y ago
  I appreciate your perspective. Our first priority is to protect the space and be great stewards of the land. We also believe it is possible for humans to live integrated with nature and for the space to have a positive impact. Current projects include: Plastics clean-up and processing. Can the plastics that wash up on shore be used for anything useful? Working to protect the native plants and animals -- there is currently a pretty sad practice where locals will try to set part of the island on fire to flush out iguanas and then shoot them. They like the pregnant ones the best. This is detrimental to the space as well as the iguanas -- we will work to establish some sort of sustainable relationship so this does not occur. Development of electric fishing boats that can re-charged via solar. We have a relationship with the MIT FabLab in Panama City and hope to bring students to the island for immersive experiences as well. We will be hosting very light leave no trace events as well as building very light eco-infrastructure such as rainwater collection. Additionally, the space will serve as a platform for inspiration, healing and leadership development. The intention is that by continuing to work with folks in this type of environment they will be exposed to new ways of living and will return with a deeper connection to themselves and nature. We believe we can work closely with the natural environment and contribute to the increased health of the land and surrounding communities. We haven't taken outside investment so there is no mandate to generate a financial return. Our plan is to move slowly and with intention. We will also welcome insights from folks like you to help keep us accountable.