Neil GentlemanHobbs Is a Tech Entrepreneur, NED and Polymath,

He's interested in AI, GPT, ML, Digital Healthcare, Circular Economy, community wealth building and vertical food & energy hubs.

He was the fire starter at Packard Bell, before moving onto inspire Ideal Hardware PLC and Datrontech HK (later PLC) as well as well as building his own business from zero to 18m in one year by the age of 27 (which inspired Oxford Brookes to offer Neil a degree).

Neil is regarded as a tech 'player' and consumer electronics entrepreneur and an early pioneer of MP3 & MP4.

He's now developed Sow, Study, Sustain.
These neil describes as 'Green mines are the goldmines we can eat'

Neil's development of Sow, Study, Sustain aligns beautifully with his ethos of cultivating resilience and sustainability. This initiative embodies the principles of degrowth and circular economy, offering a holistic approach to addressing environmental challenges while promoting community empowerment and resilience.

The emphasis on reduced consumption and waste, community empowerment, and reconnecting with nature reflects a commitment to mindful living and responsible stewardship of resources.

By fostering handson involvement in food production and promoting education about ecological processes, Sow, Study, Sustain encourages individuals to become active participants in shaping a more sustainable future.

The integration of closedloop systems, nutrient recycling, and urban greening demonstrates a practical application of circular economy principles. By maximising resource efficiency and reducing reliance on external inputs, Sow, Study, Sustain exemplifies a model for sustainable food production that can be replicated and scaled in urban environments.

Moreover, Sow, Study, Sustains focus on reducing carbon footprint, soil health, and building resilient food systems addresses pressing environmental and social challenges.

By promoting local food systems and community resilience, this initiative not only mitigates the impacts of climate change but also enhances food security and strengthens social cohesion.

To integrate Sow, Study, Sustain into a wider strategy for degrowth and circular economy, Neil realises that collaboration, education, and policy support are key.

By forging partnerships with local authorities, schools, and community organisations, Sow, Study, Sustain can expand its reach and impact.

Education and awareness initiatives can help highlight the benefits of communitybased food production and garner support for policy measures that incentivize sustainable practices.

#SowStudySustain
#CircularEconomy
#Degrowth
#SustainableLiving
#UrbanFarming
#CommunityEmpowerment
#ResilientFoodSystems
#ClimateAction
#LocalFood
#RegenerativeAgriculture
#GreenLiving
#FoodSecurity
#ZeroWaste
#ClimateResilience
#GreenCities