Permaculture Centres Worldwide Do you like many others wish for a world of peace, health and low-carbon prosperity? With the Permaculture Institutes goals of establishing a network of Permaculture Centres worldwide, these distant hopes can become a reality. Watch (and share) this video from Geoff Lawton (Director of the Permaculture Research Institute) to get an idea of what they're trying to achieve. The answers to the world's woes - waning energy supplies, depleted and contaminated soils and water, reduced biodiversity, the dismantling of communities, etc. - are all there. All of the knowledge required is already at hand, there are working Permaculture models all around the planet demonstrating how to re-habilitate and repair damaged ecological, social and economic systems. It's a monumental task but achievable with your help! There are many ways you can contribute: Donate: Knowing your contribution will be put to work using the 'teach a man to fish' principle. Rather than endless charity aid campaigns that ignore root causes, Permaculture seeks to solve problems at source. Get involved: Enrol on a Permaculture Design Course or just an introductory class, where you'll discover that you can be an effective part of the solution to current world problems. Spread the word: Share this video with your family and friends. Look for Permaculture online and visit some of the growing number of informative Permaculture websites. Find out about local Permaculture groups in your area. Reduce the environmental impact of your life: Guarantee personal economic security and increase the health and wellbeing of yourself and your family by transforming your back yard into an edible garden. Permaculture is a rapidly growing movement - a science of sustainable design systems for all human needs. Don't get left behind! For More Information about the Permaculture Research Institute (including how to make a donation) please visit: http://www.permaculture.org.au For More Information about the Global Permaculture Movement please visit: http://www.permacultureplanet.com

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Helena Norberg Hodge is the founder and director of the International Society for Ecology and Culture, a non-profit organisation concerned with the protection of both biological and cultural diversity, and education for action. This insightful case study, based on Helena Norberg-Hodge's book examines how development, with its attendant seductive images of glamour and gadgets promises a life free of hardship but destroys social and ecological bonds. Pollution, resource depletion, urban sprawl, breakdown of family and community, crime and growing economic disparity are not the sole province of the West, Norberg-Hodge traces their appearance in Ladakh to Western notions of progress The film does not suggest that we renounce our wicked Western ways and head for the hills, but that we re-establish our ties to the earth and recognize its natural limitations. In the end, these rules to live by transcend cultural boundaries, and Norberg-Hodge eloquently shows us the way to follow them. For More Information please visit: http://www.isec.org.uk/

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Helena Norberg Hodge is the founder and director of the International Society for Ecology and Culture, a non-profit organisation concerned with the protection of both biological and cultural diversity, and education for action. This insightful case study, based on Helena Norberg-Hodge's book examines how development, with its attendant seductive images of glamour and gadgets promises a life free of hardship but destroys social and ecological bonds. Pollution, resource depletion, urban sprawl, breakdown of family and community, crime and growing economic disparity are not the sole province of the West, Norberg-Hodge traces their appearance in Ladakh to Western notions of progress The film does not suggest that we renounce our wicked Western ways and head for the hills, but that we re-establish our ties to the earth and recognize its natural limitations. In the end, these rules to live by transcend cultural boundaries, and Norberg-Hodge eloquently shows us the way to follow them. For More Information please visit: http://www.isec.org.uk/

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Emilia Hazelip (1938 - February 1, 2003) was an organic Permaculture gardener who was born in Spain and began gardening seriously in the late '60s. A former Merry Prankster and pioneer of the concept of synergistic gardening, her farming methods were inspired by the work of Masanobu Fukuoka. Where Fukuoka focused most of his attention on orchards and the rice/barley crop rotation, Emilia Hazelip focused on creating and maintaining market gardens of vegetables and herbs. Emilia Hazelip, who introduced the concept of permaculture to France over a decade ago, drew on many sources as she continued to develop gardens. The work of Permaculturist Marc Bonfils with self-fertile cereal production and the microbiological research of Alan Smith and Elaine Ingham are frequently mentioned. For More Information about Emilia Hazelip Please Visit: http://fukuokafarmingol.info/femilia.html For More Information on the Global Permaculture Movement Please Visit: http://www.permacultureplanet.com

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Emilia Hazelip (1938 - February 1, 2003) was an organic Permaculture gardener who was born in Spain and began gardening seriously in the late '60s. A former Merry Prankster and pioneer of the concept of synergistic gardening, her farming methods were inspired by the work of Masanobu Fukuoka. Where Fukuoka focused most of his attention on orchards and the rice/barley crop rotation, Emilia Hazelip focused on creating and maintaining market gardens of vegetables and herbs. Emilia Hazelip, who introduced the concept of permaculture to France over a decade ago, drew on many sources as she continued to develop gardens. The work of Permaculturist Marc Bonfils with self-fertile cereal production and the microbiological research of Alan Smith and Elaine Ingham are frequently mentioned. For More Information about Emilia Hazelip Please Visit: http://fukuokafarmingol.info/femilia.html For More Information on the Global Permaculture Movement Please Visit: http://www.permacultureplanet.com

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Emilia Hazelip (1938 - February 1, 2003) was an organic Permaculture gardener who was born in Spain and began gardening seriously in the late '60s. A former Merry Prankster and pioneer of the concept of synergistic gardening, her farming methods were inspired by the work of Masanobu Fukuoka. Where Fukuoka focused most of his attention on orchards and the rice/barley crop rotation, Emilia Hazelip focused on creating and maintaining market gardens of vegetables and herbs. Emilia Hazelip, who introduced the concept of permaculture to France over a decade ago, drew on many sources as she continued to develop gardens. The work of Permaculturist Marc Bonfils with self-fertile cereal production and the microbiological research of Alan Smith and Elaine Ingham are frequently mentioned. For More Information about Emilia Hazelip Please Visit: http://fukuokafarmingol.info/femilia.html For More Information on the Global Permaculture Movement Please Visit: http://www.permacultureplanet.com

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Helena Norberg Hodge is the founder and director of the International Society for Ecology and Culture, a non-profit organisation concerned with the protection of both biological and cultural diversity, and education for action. This insightful case study, based on Helena Norberg-Hodge's book examines how development, with its attendant seductive images of glamour and gadgets promises a life free of hardship but destroys social and ecological bonds. Pollution, resource depletion, urban sprawl, breakdown of family and community, crime and growing economic disparity are not the sole province of the West, Norberg-Hodge traces their appearance in Ladakh to Western notions of progress The film does not suggest that we renounce our wicked Western ways and head for the hills, but that we re-establish our ties to the earth and recognize its natural limitations. In the end, these rules to live by transcend cultural boundaries, and Norberg-Hodge eloquently shows us the way to follow them. For More Information please visit: http://www.isec.org.uk/

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The Woolworths Trust EduPlant in association with DWAF, LandCare SA and SABC Education was conceived in 1995 to address greening and food security issues for schools and their communities. Schools run community outreach projects that provide food, trees and Permaculture assistance for hospices, HIV/AIDS patients, the unemployed and indigent communities. The program motivates schools and their communities to address poverty alleviation, food security, capacity building and skills development. Eduplant has helped thousands of schools over the past 12 years by promoting the growing of organic food for improved nutrition and improved environments. It has been recognised and endorsed by ministers from many government departments, the private sector and welcomed and celebrated by the educators, children, communities and schools it supports. The program contributes to food security, sustainable development, poverty alleviation, Permaculture skills, capacity building and much more. These benefits are far reaching and are increasing annually. For More Information Please Visit: http://www.trees.co.za

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In Permaculture alternative energy systems are an integral part of any good design. There is no better example of this than the humble bicycle. In this short fun film there are many examples of the innovative and creative uses of bicycle power. For More Information on pedal power please visit: http://www.mayapedal.org http://www.juicycle.com http://www.innovate-or-die.com/ http://www.nif.org.in/exercise_machine

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Permaculture Earthworks with Geoff Lawton in Thailand. A Snapshot Slideshow showing International Permaculture Guru Geoff Lawton surpervising the construction of a 2 million litre dam. The dam was constructed at the end of the November 2006 Permaculture Design Course hosted at the Panya Project in Northern Thailand. For more information about Geoff Lawton and the Permaculture Research Institute visit: http://www.permaculture.org.au For more information about the Panya Project visit: http://www.panyaproject.org For more information about Permaculture around the world visit: http://www.permacultureplanet.com

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Permaculture in Austria with Sepp Holzer. Through observation of nature, Sepp Holzer applies the principles and techniques of Permaculture on his farm. Sepp Holzer's work is an excellent example of Permaculture in practice. For further information about Sepp Holzer's work please visit: http://www.krameterhof.at "Where there's a will there's a way"

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Practical Permaculture in Britain documentary by Malcolm Baldwin. For more information about permaculture visit http://www.permacultureplanet.com

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Practical Permaculture in Britain documentary by Malcolm Baldwin. For more information about permaculture visit http://www.permacultureplanet.com

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Practical Permaculture in Britain documentary by Malcolm Baldwin. For more information about permaculture visit http://www.permacultureplanet.com

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Practical Permaculture in Britain documentary by Malcolm Baldwin. For more information about permaculture visit http://www.permacultureplanet.com

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Renowned international Permaculture teacher Geoff Lawton outlines the methods of designing and building your own food forest from conception to completion. The full video demonstrates the evolution of a food forest from day one through to a living 2,000 year old example still flourishing in the Middle East. The DVD will be available for purchase in September 2008 from: http://www.permaculture.org.au

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A short promotional video showing the King of Thailand's support for low impact sustainable technologies, using coconut oil as an alternative fuel. (Thai Language, No Subtitles)

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A short "How To" build a no dig elevated potato tower using bamboo, recorded from an Australian TV channel.

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Practical Permaculture in Britain documentary by Malcolm Baldwin. For more information about permaculture visit http://www.permacultureplanet.com

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Practical Permaculture in Britain documentary by Malcolm Baldwin. For more information about permaculture visit http://www.permacultureplanet.com

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