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Technology - overview
Appropriate technology is a philosophy, a way of thinking and seeing the world. It's a concept which was developed as 'intermediate technology' in EF Schumacher's groundbreaking (1973) work "Small is Beautiful".
The ways in which appropriate technologies are implemented are specific to the context of their use but they tend to be:
Initially appropriate technology was seen as a way of transferring ideas for problem solving from the developed world to less developed countries. However permaculturists and the Transition Movement have been quick to see the relevance for appropriate technologies in western nations. Not only will this bring more resilience in a low carbon future but also brings social, economic and community benefits now. Examples of appropriate technology in action are: