Peter Driscoll: Peak Oil - Is this the End of Civilisation as we know it?

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I’m really excited to share this powerful talk by Peter Driscoll, former insurance executive and co‑founder of Transition Sydney (2008). Peter takes a clear, human approach to the big question: is peak oil the end of civilisation as we know it? He unpacks what we mean by ‘civilisation’ — agriculture, urbanism, trade, energy systems — and shows how oil is only one piece of a much bigger puzzle of global resource depletion (soil, water, forests, minerals, biodiversity). Peter’s honest, no‑nonsense style blends well‑researched concerns with practical optimism from the Transition movement: local communities can prepare for post‑peak oil urban living by building resilience, relocalising food and energy systems, and fostering social networks. This is part wake‑up call, part roadmap. If you care about the future of our cities, food security and how ordinary people can make a difference, this talk is a must‑watch. I found his mix of realism and doable action really motivating — please watch, share your thoughts below and join the conversation on local solutions.

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G’day folks — thrilled to bring you Peter Driscoll’s talk on peak oil and the future of civilisation. Peter, a former insurance executive and co‑founder of Transition Sydney in 2008, gives a grounded, very human explanation of what ‘civilisation’ really means and why we should care about peak oil alongside other resource squeezes like soil loss, water shortages, deforestation and biodiversity decline.

This talk isn’t technical jargon — it’s about people, communities and what we can do when global supplies tighten. Peter walks through the pillars of civilisation (agriculture, urbanism, trade, energy) and explains how these systems are interdependent. He’s upfront that he isn’t a petroleum scientist, but he brings a lifetime of practical thinking and the Transition movement’s community‑first approach: relocalise food and energy, strengthen neighbourhood networks, and plan for post‑peak urban living.

If you’re worried about climate, food security, energy or simply want practical ideas for community resilience, this video is for you. Please watch the full talk, share with mates, and drop a comment about what your local area could do next. If you’re in Sydney, check out Transition Sydney for local projects and events.

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