For many families, the draw of ecovillage living is the promise of a richer environment for children, with more space, more adults, and more connection to the natural world. Here is what that looks like in practice. It takes a village to raise a child, as the proverb...
The transition to renewable energy is well underway, and community-scale energy projects are proving that independence from centralised power grids is both possible and practical. The cost of solar photovoltaic panels has fallen by more than ninety percent over the...
Biodiversity is not just an environmental value. It is a foundation for human wellbeing, food security, and resilience. Ecovillages that protect and restore biodiversity are investing in their own future. When most people think about biodiversity, they think about...
Grants can provide critical support for ecovillage and community land projects, but navigating the funding landscape requires strategy and persistence. Here is what you need to know. Grants are a form of non-repayable funding provided by governments, foundations, and...
Natural building methods use locally available, low-impact materials to create homes that are comfortable, beautiful, and in harmony with their environment. Here is an introduction to the key approaches. The buildings we live in account for a significant portion of...
