I am currently working on my Diploma whilst travelling in the most sustainable and ethical way from the UK to Australia.  I am looking for a design opportunity for my fourth diploma output somewhere between Spain and Turkey.  I am happy to work on a volunteer basis but ask for some accomodation. ...

THREE weekends of permaculture living! Introduction to Permaculture: Friday to Sunday April 20-22 Friday 20th at 7 pm to Sunday 22nd at 5 pmSpend a weekend at Bellbunya Community and immerse yourself in learning about growing your own food the permaculture way. You'll be introduced to t...

In the spectrum of alternative fuel sources, biofuel made from algae is perhaps the most easily mocked.   How could the slimy green muck that grows in your aquarium and washes up on the beach be a future cornerstone of American energy independence? So when President Obama stood before th...

Thank you for your interest in our Permaculture Design course to be held here at Permalógica, Tábua 16th -30 th JUNE 2012, with experienced teacher Steve Jones. http://www.sector39.co.uk  This course is 72 hours and certified by the Permaculture Association. Costs: 450€ including all vegeta...

Located in North Eastern Thailand. Working with rural rice farmers. Making a positive contribution to the farming communities through social and environmental projects as permaculture techniques and philosophy, composting, aquaculture, efficient systems, water harvesting and management, in the vi...

At the base of the Surrogate trees a circular border is made of an old cut up tree. Within the borders is dumped approx 2" of limb cuttings then approx 3-4 " of leaf matter. A mixture of different beans and radish are then spread across the top of the leaves and the use of a water hose is ...

There are still some very mature trees on this lot so I've decided to use them as Surrogates for new trees being added so I let the Surrogate decide when it is time to add a new tree too its care. As the larger limbs fall they are collected and used to build a makeshift frame/nest along th...

Formal French Vegetable Gardening combined with permaculture and native zones.

I was lucky enough to be able to collaborate with Danny on this demonstration project, which showcases his "LSB" (Lighter Simpler Building) methods as well as a variety of alternative and appropriate technology elements. There is a simple web site with a write-up, some pictures and some videos he...

We will be hosting for the second year a construction but diversified workshop for two month in France (near Poitiers 86) at La Courdémière.  The organisation will be shared with the participants, making all of us co-responsible for themoments we'll spend together. We will be making bread, cook,...

From a very early age in modern society we are taught that we are not responsible for things that happen to us. In kindergarten and day care facilities, and even in parks playgrounds have to have a bouncy soft floor to minimise injury. The equipment has to have certain size restrictions and eve...

Waste is an unused resource, and our concept of “waste” creates pollution.  Every year, billions of gallons of untreated sewage spill into the ocean, as a result of no treatment, or treatment plant failures due to power outages and high storm flows.  Over 3 million people die each year ...

Biological restaurant fed by a permaculture food forest and aquaponics system

The greenhouse is currently loaded with; German Camomile, Mugwort, Fennel, Basil (sweet and Cinnamon), Thyme, Sage, Calendula, Nettle, Yarrow, Lavender, Horehound, Feverfew, Lemon Balm, Catnip, Valerian, Mullein, Red Clover, and a few Mints. Where I reside currently I haven't the space for the h...

  Led by : Andrea Gilpin Date : 9 June (Saturday) 2012 Time : 10 – 5 Fee : £50 including hot soup & bread and refreshments Booking Form   The scythe has been used in parts of the world since Roman Times. It is still being used in many countries today and is having a revival in...

Read feature in GREEN BUILDING MAGAZINE (Spring 2012)  LOW IMPACT LIVING WINS THE DAY by Olwyn Pritchard About Karuna's planning success and the family's long battle to establish their right to live on their land.

In collaboration with Honey Moon Herbs, I eagerly share my love for herbs, providing plants, products and wisdom to all interested.

We are implementing Permaculture on our small farm in order to make it rational, resilient and sustainable. Building a community in the process. We host courses to inspire others to get active.