John Lydon

Mechanical Engineer

John is imagining an economy that provides for all of us based on principles of solidarity, sustainability, and cooperation.

green FUTURES

DISTRICT 8

ABOUT JOHN

John is a mechanical engineer and local organizer passionate about the economy and how it provides for our communities. He began his career at NASA before pivoting to clean energy, and has since organized around housing and transit in San Francisco. His focus now sits at one of the most pressing questions of our time: how do we build an economic future that provides for all people while respecting the ecological limits of our planet.

INTERESTS

Social Futures, Degrowth, Solidarity Economy

VISION

A city whose economy and culture prioritize strengthening community relationships, providing fundamental resources for all, reducing ecological impacts, and offering meaningful work opportunities rather than developing the wealth of isolated individuals.

SF Market of the Future

Where Community is the Currency

In 50 years, how will you find food, clothing, art, and friends? In an age of rising inequality, AI disruption, climate change, and loneliness, we need to explore new ways to support each other. The Market of the Future is a goods marketplace, social experiment, community convening, and rebellion against dystopia. We are bringing together businesses and community groups who are already building a better future, one based on solidarity, sustainability, and cooperation.

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