Hi, I’m Peter. I created Kindling in 2016 to shine a light on new ideas and possibilities for humanity’s future, illustrate what we’ve accomplished as a species, and ultimately motivate action toward a new way of doing and being. I hope it sparks something for you!

During the day, I work for the Pacific Institute encouraging more sustainable water management among businesses around the world. I have a B.A. and a B.S. from the University of California, Berkeley, and a M.B.A. in Sustainable Systems from Presidio Graduate School (formerly Pinchot University). I live in Bellingham, WA with my partner Sara, son Owen, and cat Winnie.

I work as an advocate for survivors of domestic and sexual violence and facilitate a LGBTQ+ survivors support group. I have a B.L.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies, with concentrations in Psychology, Sociology, and English. I grew up in rural Southeast Alaska, and live now in Bellingham, Washington with my dog Fathom.

I write for Kindling because I believe in the innate value of each of us and I am inspired by the existence of goodness in our collective humanity.