We are fortunate in Birmingham to have such a splendid organisation as the Lunar Society. Since its welcome re-incarnation in the 1980s, the Lunar Society has played a key role as an independent and productive forum for debate on scientific, engineering, medical, economic and related issues.
The Society brings together people from a wide range of professional, academic and industrial backgrounds to address important concerns of today and possibilities for tomorrow. The resultant understanding achieved is highly relevant to the present and future of our City, our Region and the wider world.
The global aspect is there because, true to its origins, the Lunar Society has made a major input and helped to raise the profile of matters of international importance. One example is the memorable focus on climate change and sustainable living which attracted an audience of several hundred to its main debate.
The 'Lunar mindset' matters every bit as much today as it did over two centuries ago when the Society was originally formed. Indeed in these austere and straightened times the work of the Society is more important than ever, seeking as it does to promote and connect innovative thinking in science, economics and culture and to catalyze action for the enhancement of the common good.
That we have such a visionary organisation with its foundations here in Birmingham is a great credit to the country's premier city outside of the capital. The Lunar Society website is well worth a visit covering upcoming events, speakers and discussions and membership arrangements.
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