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Frequently Asked Questions

"Be not afraid of growing slowly, be afraid only of standing still".

  • What are the 3 principles or permaculture?
    The Three Ethical Principles of Permaculture Care of the Earth. Care of People. Return of surplus to Earth and people (also called “Fair Share”)
  • What is the main goal of permaculture?
    The core objective of permaculture extends beyond organic gardening, natural building, or renewable energy. It resides in fostering the growth and actualization of fresh perspectives, systemic thinking, and ethical ecological practices in our interconnected world.
  • How does permaculture work?
    Permaculturists find practical solutions by using nature-inspired principles to create productive ecosystems that have the stability, diversity, and resilience of those found in the natural world.
  • What do you mean by permaculture?
    Permaculture embodies the notion of harnessing land, resources, people, and the environment in a way that eliminates waste generation and promotes the adoption of closed loop systems inspired by nature. In environmental context, closed loop systems represent the ideal where nothing should be discarded or wasted.
  • Where did permaculture come from?
    The idea of designing our lives based on natural systems is not new. Throughout history, our ancestors intuitively embraced these principles, and indigenous cultures continue to practice them today. In more recent times, Bill Mollison and David Holmgren of Australia formulated the concept of permaculture in the 1970s, subsequently imparting their knowledge as an applied design system since 1981.
  • Is permaculture new?
    Designing from nature is not a new concept. Traditional communities have employed this design approach for countless generations. In our modern era, where many individuals have grown up detached from nature's intricate interconnections and unaware of the efficiency and sustainability of closed-loop ecological systems, permaculture emerges as a potent framework for redesigning our lives.
  • What is the difference between horticulture and permaculture?
    Horticulture focuses on plant cultivation, while permaculture integrates human settlements with natural ecosystems, creating sustainable systems in harmony with nature. Horticulture emphasizes crop yields, while permaculture prioritizes closed-loop systems, resource optimization, and long-term sustainability.
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