OUR website of the month is the Permaculture organisation’s site, www.permaculture.org.uk
Permaculture is the concept of working with nature to make a better world.
By observing the natural world, we can see a set of principles at work. Permaculture design uses these principles to develop integrated systems that provide for our needs of food, shelter, energy and community in ways that are healthy and efficient. We can use permaculture methods to improve the quality and productivity of our individual lives, our society and our environment.
The Permaculture Association is a national charity that supports people to learn about and use permaculture. The association has been supporting permaculture internationally since 1983. You can read about the international network, active projects and groups in more than 100 countries.
You can sign up to the monthly e-bulletin, find out about Permaculture Association work and the latest news. This section also includes information about transition towns and the many challenges that permaculture is successfully tackling.
The knowledge base section is all about permaculture ethics, principles and design methods. Practical solutions brings together many different approaches and techniques used and resources signposts a wealth of information and support.
You can find out about permaculture courses, the diploma in applied permaculture design, teaching resources, tips on visiting and volunteering at projects and learning with others.
There are many ways to get involved in permaculture and make use of the practical skills on offer. The get involved section gives pointers to farmers, teachers, activists and networkers.
A notice board section allows you to add jobs and opportunities to help you get volunteers.