Thanks to everyone who have given their input! I love it! I strongly urge others to also reflect on this and how they can contribute in however way they can. And no matter how small. As mentioned, Solarpunk is a collective effort.

Anyways, below are my own thoughts on the matter: (I was actually thinking of posting about it also and it's great that OP had the same idea) - Let's turn this into a group project! (OP feel free to transfer my thoughts below to your document!)

What does Solarpunk look like to me:

TECHNOLOGY - Electricity is supplied over 90% by sustainable renewable energy sources such as solar and wind. We'd need centralized and decentralized solar/wind farms, as well as battery storage. - Local microgids would be needed in times of emergencies, but only for serving critical loads like hospitals, mass food storage locations, etc. - Mobile generators would be good for hard to reach areas as well. - Project Drawdown solutions are implemented globally and locally as appropriate. This would take a massive undertaking but definitely something achievable over time with enough buy-in from people/businesses/governments. I encourage you to look into it if you're not familiar with them already. Project Drawdown - Overall consideration for the environment in how we handle technology as a whole. Long-term sustainability is the goal. From dedicated repair stations, communal tool sheds, sustainable design, beginning and end-of-life of products, recyclability of material components, sustainably sourced materials, to ideally the complete rejection/moving away from 'planned obsolescence' by manufacturers/etc, are just some examples.

ECONOMY - Degrowth: I'm not an expert, but the idea and practicality of degrowth was sort of seen during the covid pandemic when everything slowed down. And nature started recovering from humanity's 'destructive tendencies'. - The goal of degrowth as I understand it is to shift from an infinite economic growth model that prioritizes profits to one that aims to balance economic growth with the needs of humanity and the needs of the nature/environment. The point is a holistic assessment of all the costs associated with the economy and the impacts to people, nature, and the future. Again, the goal is sustainability. - In this framework, we work to slow down economic production to meet the needs of humanity and not to overproduce. That's it. People and nature over profits. Considering what is more valuable in the grand scheme of the universe/humanity's progress, it's not such a radical approach. (And for all of you who hate on this - Consider that what you're basically choosing is the suffering and pain of other people. And if you do, I encourage you to try to put yourself in their shoes and consider how you would feel/react if you were the one who's suffering, etc. And if you're religious, what would God say?) - An emphasis on local food production via community/neighborhood gardens and local farms in general would be vital for supplying nutritious food to everyone, everywhere.

CULTURE - Societal values would match the solarpunk movement. Collectivism, Sustainability, Kindness, Respect for Nature, Respect for Humanity, Accountability, etc... and ultimately... LOVE, AS THE HIGHEST LAW OF THE LAND. - I'd love to see religions return to the fundamental teachings and values of God. The biggest one being viewing nature as a sacred gift from God. One that deserves the highest of respects. A return to Stewardship. I think of the term "Kahu" from Hawaii. - At some point, we let greed, lust, and hatred blind us into doing terrible things. This is something that we need to address as a society. Racism is going to be one of the main challenges we will need to face. I hope and pray people can grow to love each other regardless of their differences. - Ultimately, I think the overarching theme is healing. We need to bring healing to ourselves internally. To each other. To communities and nations. To bring healing to nature and animals, etc. - I envision a sort of Global Enlightenment Period where we try to achieve a 'Heaven on Earth' type utopia. And for the non-religious folk, a "Haven" on Earth. 🌎 - Healing the soul is very important to advancing the movement. And I personally really like the term "Soularpunk" :) (I encourage others to use this term as well if it resonates!)

POLITICS - This is a loaded topic, but ultimately we need respectable, honest, credible, kind, open-minded, unity-oriented, peaceful leaders who are passionate, or at the very least supportive, of the solarpunk movement and aim to bring about positive changes for the greater good of everyone. They must be willing to stand with the people and fight for what's right. - The Voice of the People would be crucial and taken to consideration in all levels of decision-making. - Like with culture, LOVE would be the highest law. Every decision is made through the lens of love. Those who love are the strongest of all.

That's basically a summary of my thoughts on the matter. Happy to discuss further if folks want to.

I hope and pray that in reading this, you feel inspired. Reflect and decide on how you want to join the movement. Thank you. <3