Former journalist launches community cooperative to repopulate Fluminimaggiore

Marco Corrias, a retired journalist and former mayor, launched a community cooperative to revitalize the mining town of Fluminimaggiore in Italy.

The town has lost over 1,000 residents in the last 30 years following the closure of nearby mines, leaving the population at 2,500. The project aims to reverse this decline by offering a full-service residence for retirees from Italy and Northern Europe.

Corrias and his cooperative partners plan to purchase vacant homes or lease them from local owners who join as members. The initiative provides residents with comprehensive services, including housing, meals, and transportation to cultural sites like the Antas temple. The cooperative currently has 400 members. Corrias designed the project to use the town's cultural heritage and natural paths to attract new residents.

The initiative seeks to create a more prosperous community by connecting the local network of empty houses with the needs of people seeking a high-quality lifestyle in a rural setting.