Derek Duffy's Page

How are you currently involved in the Transition?

I am a certified horticulturist landscaper with 35 + years in the trade, I have worked as an instructor in BC at the horticulture college of the pacific as well as being the head gardener there.Have run my own business in Landscape horticulture in Whatcom for several years now and would like to teach skills to the community.My training began in England with 7-year apprenticeship in formal horticulture and I have practiced ever since.My life is dedicated to the ecology and sustenance of the planet through my knowledge base and I have a very serious intent to educate people on the importance of all aspects of the world ecology and how to improve and maintain it through knowledge of the working environment of our planet.

In what ways do you identify with the Transition movement? Why are you interested?

I want to contribute in the philosophy of community involvement toward a more sustainable planet.

Do you have particular interests, skills, talents or resources you would like to bring to Transition Whatcom?

I have a knowledge base of 35 years concerning all aspects of plants and soils in the landscape environment and have a very keen interest in the promotion of Ecological understanding

In what neighborhood or part of the county do you reside?

Faithaven Bellingham

Where did you hear about Transition Whatcom and how did you find our community network website?

A friend and member suggested it

Please note that you do not have to answer all of the above questions in order to join, and you can always come back later to edit your profile. If it's all too many questions for now, please provide a short answer below on why you'd like to join this site (or a summary of the above, if answered).

I want to make a difference to the planet