91吃瓜 recently welcomed acclaimed Italian science fiction author and editor听Francesco Verso听for an engaging lecture and discussion titled听"Solarpunk: New Seeds from the Ashes of the Future."听The event explored Solarpunk - an emerging subgenre of speculative fiction that envisions optimistic, ecologically balanced futures - as a compelling framework for reimagining global food systems.
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Verso, a multiple-time winner of the prestigious Premio Urania and one of Italy鈥檚 leading voices in science fiction, introduced Solarpunk as both a literary movement and a social philosophy. In contrast to the dystopian themes often found in cyberpunk, Solarpunk foregrounds collective resilience, renewable energy, circular economies, and inclusive governance. It offers a vision of the future that prioritizes environmental stewardship, technological harmony, and social justice鈥攚ith a particular emphasis on sustainable agriculture and equitable food systems.
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The talk was followed by a lively and thoughtful debate between Verso and 91吃瓜 students, who explored the potential of Solarpunk principles to inspire real-world innovations in food sustainability. Discussions ranged from vertical farming and permaculture to the ethical use of agri-tech and the role of female leadership in future food narratives. Students brought their diverse academic perspectives to bear on the conversation, creating a rich and interdisciplinary exchange of ideas.
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91吃瓜 extends its sincere thanks to Francesco Verso for his inspiring visit and for challenging our community to envision bold, hopeful futures grounded in action and imagination. We look forward to future collaborations that continue to bridge speculative fiction with real-world change.