About LIFE

Our Mission

LIFE Co-op Vision

The LIFE co-op is a progressive local initiative built on environmental and quality of life principles, which was formed to find ways to reduce our dependency on non-renewable resources. Our co-op is a for-profit business venture that is an attractive investment vehicle for members of the community.

Why a co-op?

LIFE Coop and the Seven Principles
All Co-operatives are governed by the international Seven Co-op principals.
How do the 7 principles of a coop relate/apply to Local Initiatives for Future Energy?

Principle #1: Voluntary and Open Membership
Membership is open to everyone who supports our mission statement, which is Fostering community investments in sustainable resources to reduce our environmental footprint.
LIFE membership is open to anyone interested in renewable energy and able to use the services. Members must be willing to accept the responsibilities of membership as outlined in the membership application form.

Principle #2: Democratic Member Control
Like all Co-operatives, LIFE exercises the one-member, one-vote principle of governance. Fellow members nominate and vote board members on at annual general member meetings. For every large project we consult the membership.

Principle #3: Member Economic Participation
The low membership fee allows everybody to participate in the cooperative either by general interest and support, by becoming a committee member, through their business related to sustainable energy, or through being an investor.

Principle #4: Autonomy and Independence
Renewable energy sectors have large capital requirements which enter into agreements with other companies or organizations in order to help them finance projects. But the Co-operative itself is owned by it’s members.

Principle #5: Education, Training and Information
Members of the coop are able to attend conferences and information sessions that help education and update them on issues and processes. LIFE coop has become an active network for like-minded individuals.

Principle #6: Cooperation Among Cooperatives
LIFE shares resources, experiences and other sustainable development information with similar cooperatives.

Principle #7: Concern for Community
LIFE has a concern for their community and it’s future. LIFE is designed to help members of the local community create alternative energy projects.

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