In my research on the keys to successful resilient communities, two important elements seem to be complementary currencies and lending libraries.
In the 21st century, a lending library should be about a whole lot more than books. We have all seen CDs and DVDs of course, and this will continue to grow as the internet spreads audio and video files, and hard drive capacity continues to grow. But what about the lending of more physical items, such as tools and equipment.
Has anybody seen any good examples of extended lending, or have any good ideas about what else could be commonly owned in a community, and lent out to its memebrs?
Chris
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