Class and identity matters more than affordability in encouraging diversity in eco-communities

Eco-communities have a diversity problem. While some (Los Angeles Eco-Village, USA; LILAC, Leeds) are well positioned and structured to attract diverse residents, many (EcoVillage at Ithaca, USA; Findhorn, Scotland; Hockerton, England; Lancaster, England, to name just a few) struggle to reach beyond the white upper-middle class cohort. Los Angeles EcoVillage, USA Keen to ensure that … Continue reading Class and identity matters more than affordability in encouraging diversity in eco-communities