The philosophy of permaculture is a useful framework through which to understand the broader principles behind many eco-houses. There is a synergy between eco-building and permaculture in that they are both design systems which at heart seek to interconnect the processes of life and create more sustainable systems. They are both based upon understanding and creating … Continue reading Permaculture and eco-building
We have to adapt culturally to climate change
While the case that climate change is happening and probably irreversible is robust, the political arguments about whether we should do anything about it remain ongoing and unresolved. Many in the minority world (like Britain and the USA) are relying upon technological innovation (like wind power, electric cars and geo-engineering) to save us. Research shows … Continue reading We have to adapt culturally to climate change
Landmatters, Devon
Landmatters is a 42 acre eco-community in Devon (near Totnes). The land was brought collectively by Landmatters co-operative and when the residents came together over the purchase of the land it became clear that the common factor and core principle was permaculture. Thus they have used permaculture to structure how they have built their houses around … Continue reading Landmatters, Devon
Building an Earthship
Having built an eco-house myself I thought I had a basic grasp of how an eco-building works and why. However, I have since realised that I had only just begun to understand the principles of eco-building and how they work with each other. Two weeks ago I attended a training course run by Brighton Permaculture Association on 'An Introduction to Self-Building … Continue reading Building an Earthship
Tinkers Bubble, Somerset
Tinkers Bubble in Somerset is a long standing eco-community. Established in 1994 near Little Norton, they manage 40 acres without the use of fossil fuels or internal combustion engines; "the aim of the community's 16 residents is to derive their livelihoods from the sustainable management of the land and its resources" (Laughton, 2008, p.145) and … Continue reading Tinkers Bubble, Somerset
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