The Reliance School

Mission

We founded The Reliance School in 2022 to help build a better world for future generations.  That's our north star, and every action we take is in support of that goal.

The systems that got us into this mess aren't showing any signs of stopping, so we're taking a bottom-up approach to the polycrisis;¹ not saving the world in one swoop, but taking responsibility for your little corner of it.

We believe in this approach because it's empowering. It gets you out of apathy and depression,² and helps you reclaim purpose and meaning in your life. We're not here to waste time on judgement or guilt trips; we want to create positive feedback loops and transform those systems from the inside out. When you become a more resilient individual, you become a part of that change.

Roadmap

Right now, time is of the essence. Climate change is approaching more rapidly than predicted,³ and we can already feel the ripple effects on our society. We want to help you get a foothold before it's too late.

Our guides are underway, and our goal is to deliver 1-2 new articles per week until the written content is complete. As soon as we're able to, we want to bring on experts from different fields to contribute their perspectives. And if you learn better with visual elements, we'll eventually be expanding our articles with images, videos, and interactive tools.
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These guides aren't static; we'll be continually updating your content to include new information as it emerges in the fields of climate science, sustainability, and resilience.

Accountability

If we want to build a better future, we need to lead by example. The Reliance School is a carbon-negative company; we don't manufacture any physical products, and all the electricity we use comes from a solar farm here in Boulder, Colorado.⁴

While the internet is a powerful tool for disseminating truth, it's equally capable of spreading misinformation. As such, we've ensured that every claim we make is supported by scientific study, first principles,⁵ and/or direct experience. Each article is extensively annotated with footnotes, which link directly to our sources. We do not use generative AI in any capacity.

Finance

We've contributed over $12,000 in personal funds to keep this project afloat, so each purchase is a step towards making this self-sustaining! Once we're earning more than we're spending, we'll be paying experts to contribute articles and expand these guides.

We want you to know where your money's going; click here to view our financial reports from 2023 onward, which include a breakdown of income and expenses by category.

The Reliance School is a private company, so we're not beholden to boards or investors. We have no partners or sponsors, and earn no commissions from sales outside our website.

Privacy

We take your privacy very seriously. The only information we collect is your name and email address, which allows you to participate in our online community. We send out occasional updates and articles, with a one-click unsubscribe if you're not interested in hearing from us.

You don't need to give us your real name, and you're welcome to use a disposable email as well. We don't sell or disclose your information to third parties.

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