There is a new website that has been set up to promote the activities of eco-villages, self sustainable communities, green initiatives, green blogs and eco-friendly products. It is called New Earth Pioneers. Any eco-village can add their details and there is already a really interesting mix of international projects listed. It's aim is to become … Continue reading New Earth Pioneers website
Freedom to experiment in eco-building
During my travels meeting eco-builders in northern New Mexico and southern Colorado the conversation often quickly turns to the difference between Europe and the USA. People are keen to know whether life is better across the Atlantic. Many lament that Europe is so much further forward in terms of environmental legislation and regulations, expressing a … Continue reading Freedom to experiment in eco-building
Los Angeles Eco-Village, California, USA
Centrally located between downtown LA and Hollywood, just behind one of the main road arteries of the city is Los Angeles Eco-Village. An oasis of calm and greenery the two blocks of 1920’s apartment buildings have been bought and converted by the group. Established in 1996 it is a long running and permanent fixture which … Continue reading Los Angeles Eco-Village, California, USA
Aldea Velatropa, Cuidad Universitaria, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Just to the north of Block 3 of the University, in the area known as Cuidad Universitaria (University City) are some concrete foundations surrounded by trees. At first glance it looks deserted but delve a little further into the undergrowth and you soon come across tell-tale signs of colourful political art work, a half-constructed some, … Continue reading Aldea Velatropa, Cuidad Universitaria, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Straw bale house, Yacanto, Córdoba, Argentina
With glorious views of the Sierra de Comechingones, the straw bale house at Yacanto is possibly the largest straw bale house in South America. At 257 metres square (excluding the terrace) and two floors, it is a large house. It was built by Tim Cullen and completed in 2005, with a second small house finished … Continue reading Straw bale house, Yacanto, Córdoba, Argentina
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