Renaissance2

Renaissance2 is an independent, not-for-profit foundation dedicated to catalyzing social innovation that creates a renewable, thriving global civilization.

Imagine yourself living in a world ….

… powered by renewable energy……where people live and work in well designed, resilient environments…..in which enlightened enterprises  deliver excellent, sustainable products and services….one where integral governance  is provided by foresightful, healthy organizations and systems……..and conscious evolution  powers a thriving global civilization  in which a wise culture and human wellbeing are paramount.

The current global crisis is creating amazing possibilities to help us address the following critical questions:

  • What do you need to survive and thrive both now and in the coming decades? Personally, in your profession, business, family and community?
  • How can you co- create that with other like-minded people?
  • What first steps can we take together on that journey?

How does this work? To find out more, sign-up now as a free introductory member and then join the R2 global meshwork of innovative, ethical leaders and organizations working to create a renewable business model for our planet. We do this by celebrating what is already working, and connecting legendary leaders to each other and to the new generation of leaders emerging around the world. Our partners include advisors in international and national governments and NGO's, global businesses, innovative social entrepreneurs, mass social movements and technology pioneers.

Join us June 22-23 and October 22-24 2009 for two major events which bring together our global meshwork of networks, enabling both our members and partners to meet and learn from each other, as well as to co-create some of the key building blocks required for the renewable economy and the great shift in human consciousness.


At the Renaissance2 Great Shift Partner Gathering on June 22-23 2009, you can join leaders who have had deep experience in creating the next wave of social, business and technological innovation. We invite you to become a part of this exclusive group of social innovators to share your insights and celebrate each other's success. Between being inspired by the keynote speaker panels, you’ll gain even more taking part in one or more of the working groups centred around four innovation crucibles vital to our future. Your contributions will help catalyze their success and develop your own practical insights and valuable connections.

We now have all the tools and technologies we need to co-catalyze a new Renaissance. At this event we use them to take the next step in accelerating open source innovation between business people, social entrepreneurs, innovators, cultural and spiritual leaders, civil society and governments, to address the most challenging issues facing human civilization today. Work together with the partner organizations and leading members of Renaissance2, a not-for profit foundation whose mission is to catalyze world-centric social innovation, on the four innovation crucibles we need to make this dream a reality:

  1. Renewable Energy
  2. Resilient Environments
  3. Enlightened Enterprise
  4. Integral Governance 

Register your organization now to join us in co-developing world leading practices and strategies in design, innovation, sustainability and consciousness. You may also qualify to become a member of the Renaissance2 Academy

The Great Shift Event- Catalyzing the Second Renaissance- Palais de Congres- Perpignan-22, 23 & 24 October 2009 Masterclasses 25 October 2009

At this event members of Renaissance2 will have the opportunity to hear from the people who are shaping the second Renaissance, and to involve themselves in creative groups focused on the core domains of innovation required to make the transition from "business as usual" to a renewable economy driven by world-centric consciousness and post-conventional leadership. Register your interest now by signing up as a Renaissance2 member, and tell us about your interests and talents.

Renaissance2 operates from the leading renewable eco-region in Europe, the Pyrenees-Orientales, powered by the sun and the wind with organic agriculture, superb cuisine and wine.

We are based in Perpignan, France, between the mountains and the sea. This event will be held at the stunning Palais de Congres and Chateau La Tour Apollinaire in Perpignan. The global DERBI renewable energy congress is also being held there: http://www.pole-derbi.com/home_UK.asp. For more details on the Palais de Congres, see http://www.congres-perpignan.com/uk/

We are shortly opening an office in London, UK, and have ambassadors in Brussels, Paris, New York, San Francisco and Seoul.