The document describes a person's journey over several decades to find a place to live in accordance with their values of permaculture, traditional culture, and community. They analyze regions of France that meet their interests in traditional dance and permaculture, eventually choosing a small house in Prades, Pyrenees-Orientales. The design process for renovating the house involves site analysis, criteria development, and consideration of yields, costs, and how the project aligns with permaculture principles.
This document summarizes the key financial improvements and focus areas for a bank in 2007 and 2008. In 2007, the bank improved its net income by $2.2 million through increases in net interest income and margin, improvements in cost control of non-interest expenses, and growth in non-interest income from fees. The bank also improved its efficiency ratio and saw increases in total assets and deposits. In 2008, the bank's focus will be on growing deposits through marketing and referrals.
This document discusses using the popular UK TV gardening program "Gardeners' World" as a learning resource to teach permaculture concepts and principles. It proposes taping segments of the show and creating accompanying worksheets to have students identify how the hosts discuss and demonstrate permaculture ethics like earthcare, peoplecare and fairshare without explicitly naming them. This active learning approach could help new students relate abstract permaculture ideas to practical gardening examples.
The document describes a permaculture design project from 1996 involving designing a small garden allotment. [1] Key elements of the design included zone 1 biodiversity, natural patterns, edges, layering, stacking in space and time, multifunctionality, self-regulation at a small scale, perennial plants with no digging, cycling, guilds, and incremental design to meet client needs. [2] The author learned through trial and error, such as attaching a water butt incorrectly. [3] Over time, the author's designs evolved from non-permaculture inspired to using permaculture design principles like identifying zones, applying principles, and taking a wait-and-see approach.
The document describes an action learning project involving three individuals - Jan, Pippa, and Don - who worked together over four years to develop the Brighton Permaculture Trust and design course. They formed an action learning guild to support each other through the permaculture design diploma process. The guild met regularly and provided feedback and support. Through their collaboration, all three individuals were able to complete the diploma, and a new area reference group was formed to support further diploma students in the region.
1) The document discusses the development of the Brighton Permaculture Trust (BPT) over time, including educational courses offered, projects undertaken, and organizational structure.
2) It describes analyzing the core functions and policies of BPT using permaculture principles and metaphors like pioneer species and forest gardening.
3) The trustees aim to demonstrate permaculture principles in their governance, but finding the right balance between supporting projects and caring for people has at times been difficult.
This document discusses techniques for improving the performance of Linux systems, including prelinking and hashstyling. Prelinking resolves library references ahead of time to reduce program startup times. Hashstyling involves compiling software with new binutils and glibc features enabled to further improve dynamic linking speeds. The document provides instructions for setting up prelinking and hashstyling on different distributions like Gentoo and describes some potential issues and workarounds.
This document outlines a lesson plan aimed at helping learners reflect on how they have developed as sustainable learners over the course. The plan uses concepts from permaculture design such as zones and sectors to map out how a learning support group naturally displays permaculture principles and ethics. The lesson guides students through activities to identify their learning styles, challenges them to develop new ones, and reflects on how course concepts like permaculture design can be applied to creating sustainable lifelong learning practices.
Marcos Ton is a 46-year-old consultant, trainer, business coach, and action learning coach with over 15 years of experience developing leadership and sales teams for national and multinational companies in Brazil. He has an MBA in engineering and innovation as well as specializations in business consulting, education management, strategic human resource management, and e-business information technologies. Ton teaches post-graduate courses in sales negotiation and technical courses in sales administration. He volunteers as a business mentor for small and medium enterprises and with organizations focused on student entrepreneurship and Bible study.
This document summarizes the key financial improvements and focus areas for a bank in 2007 and 2008. In 2007, the bank improved its net income by $2.2 million through increases in net interest income and margin, improvements in cost control of non-interest expenses, and growth in non-interest income from fees. The bank also improved its efficiency ratio and saw increases in total assets and deposits. In 2008, the bank's focus will be on growing deposits through marketing and referrals.
This document discusses using the popular UK TV gardening program "Gardeners' World" as a learning resource to teach permaculture concepts and principles. It proposes taping segments of the show and creating accompanying worksheets to have students identify how the hosts discuss and demonstrate permaculture ethics like earthcare, peoplecare and fairshare without explicitly naming them. This active learning approach could help new students relate abstract permaculture ideas to practical gardening examples.
The document describes a permaculture design project from 1996 involving designing a small garden allotment. [1] Key elements of the design included zone 1 biodiversity, natural patterns, edges, layering, stacking in space and time, multifunctionality, self-regulation at a small scale, perennial plants with no digging, cycling, guilds, and incremental design to meet client needs. [2] The author learned through trial and error, such as attaching a water butt incorrectly. [3] Over time, the author's designs evolved from non-permaculture inspired to using permaculture design principles like identifying zones, applying principles, and taking a wait-and-see approach.
The document describes an action learning project involving three individuals - Jan, Pippa, and Don - who worked together over four years to develop the Brighton Permaculture Trust and design course. They formed an action learning guild to support each other through the permaculture design diploma process. The guild met regularly and provided feedback and support. Through their collaboration, all three individuals were able to complete the diploma, and a new area reference group was formed to support further diploma students in the region.
1) The document discusses the development of the Brighton Permaculture Trust (BPT) over time, including educational courses offered, projects undertaken, and organizational structure.
2) It describes analyzing the core functions and policies of BPT using permaculture principles and metaphors like pioneer species and forest gardening.
3) The trustees aim to demonstrate permaculture principles in their governance, but finding the right balance between supporting projects and caring for people has at times been difficult.
This document discusses techniques for improving the performance of Linux systems, including prelinking and hashstyling. Prelinking resolves library references ahead of time to reduce program startup times. Hashstyling involves compiling software with new binutils and glibc features enabled to further improve dynamic linking speeds. The document provides instructions for setting up prelinking and hashstyling on different distributions like Gentoo and describes some potential issues and workarounds.
This document outlines a lesson plan aimed at helping learners reflect on how they have developed as sustainable learners over the course. The plan uses concepts from permaculture design such as zones and sectors to map out how a learning support group naturally displays permaculture principles and ethics. The lesson guides students through activities to identify their learning styles, challenges them to develop new ones, and reflects on how course concepts like permaculture design can be applied to creating sustainable lifelong learning practices.
Marcos Ton is a 46-year-old consultant, trainer, business coach, and action learning coach with over 15 years of experience developing leadership and sales teams for national and multinational companies in Brazil. He has an MBA in engineering and innovation as well as specializations in business consulting, education management, strategic human resource management, and e-business information technologies. Ton teaches post-graduate courses in sales negotiation and technical courses in sales administration. He volunteers as a business mentor for small and medium enterprises and with organizations focused on student entrepreneurship and Bible study.
URGENT HELP NEEDED! Europe's first Natural Park that will allow children of all ages to spend an overnight educational stay within our Natural Park and take part in educational programs also to participate within creating a tree farm to fight against climate change! WE NEED YOUR HELP THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT DOES NOT HAVE THE FINANCES TO IMPLEMENT THIS PROGRAM! CAN YOU HELP?
URGENT HELP NEEDED!
The document discusses Peru's Amazonia region, covering its history, geography, population, environment, biodiversity, challenges of climate change, deforestation and poverty, and alternatives for economic growth. It notes that the Amazonia makes up 62% of Peru's territory and contains great diversity of flora, fauna and indigenous groups. While the region faces threats, there are also initiatives from public, private and nonprofit sectors pursuing sustainable development through ecotourism, bio-businesses, education projects and empowering local communities. Overall it argues more can be done to protect the region's natural resources and future through collective action.
Travel and tourism new openings (hotels, restaurants, museums), main events, not to be missed in Pas-de-Calais, Northern France.
Military history, CWGC experience, gastronomy,
The proposed virtual museum platform would connect organizations promoting Mediterranean cuisine and culture across Europe. It would provide multimedia content like videos, recipes, and expert advice on different countries' food traditions. The platform would link to other related projects and standards to encourage cultural exchange and tourism. It aims to preserve intangible cultural heritage around the Mediterranean diet and support local producers and economies in a sustainable way.
The document discusses promoting sustainable tourism in a community to generate economic and cultural benefits. It aims to share the community's history, culture, and archaeological sites with visitors respectfully. Potential positives include increased family income and job opportunities from tourism. Potential negatives include increased traffic and loss of culture from outside influences. Suggested solutions involve cultural workshops, heritage talks, and eco-friendly tourism like hiking and family hotels to preserve culture while benefiting from visitors.
By Rosario Toril Moreno
Presented at IFLA World Library and Information Congress 2022, Dublin, Ireland.
Session 152, 28 July 2022:
"Climate Action in Libraries: Creating a More Sustainable Future by Engaging and Inspiring Youth"
Organizers:
Environment, Sustainability and Libraries Section (ENSULIB) with Libraries for Children and Young Adults Section
Community based tourism - Case study (Thanh Ha pottery village |Miso walai Ho...AvantikaBadgujar
A case study PowerPoint presentation on community-based tourism. In 2021 on world tourism day the theme was declared to be "inclusive tourism".
So thus this is a presentation created with 2 different case studies taken to learn from them.
One is in Malaysia and the other is in Vietnam.
This document provides a brief overview of culture and society in Spain. It discusses Spain's geography, history, government, economy, languages, religions, festivals, art, music, dance, cuisine, sports, transportation and low-context culture. Key points include Spain's diverse landscapes and climates, its Roman Catholic majority, famous festivals like San Fermin and Las Fallas, renowned architecture from different periods, flamenco and Spanish classical dance, the popularity of soccer and bullfighting, and Spain's welcoming yet individualistic culture.
Spain has a diverse food culture that has influenced its hospitality industry. Traditional Spanish cuisine includes dishes like tapas, paella, cured ham, and cheeses. Fast food has grown in popularity, making up around 14% of meals. Most Spaniards eat lunch around 2pm and dinner at 9pm. Tipping 10% is customary at restaurants and for services. Spanish wine consumption has decreased while beer, cava and spirits have increased. Religious festivals and associated food have become major cultural attractions for tourists.
This is the first description of our future eco-project in Bulgaria, which we intend to kickstart next year. It's a call for support and building a network of supporters. Thanks very much for reading, if you have any questions please contact me or Katja personally under: woistix@yahoo.de respectively beyer.k@gmx.de.
Community-based Eco-tourism project by Pelachorieplab
This business plan proposes the development of sustainable agri-ecotourism in the indigenous community of Rioblanquito, Colombia. The plan is being developed by the Foundation of Professional Young People and Students from Sotara, led by Jose Miguel Palechor. The community has natural, historical, and agricultural resources that could support ecotourism, including diverse flora and fauna, mountains, forests, rivers, volcanoes, hot springs, and historic sites. The proposed ecotourism activities would include ecological paths, cultural events, hiking to historical places, and education about the local environment, culture, and agriculture. The goal is to protect natural resources while generating tourism and regional economic opportunities.
The document describes La Donaira, an organic farm in southern Spain that offers educational experiences focused on permaculture, sustainability, and reconnecting with nature. Students can visit for one-day trips or longer residential programs to participate in activities like farming, cooking, herbalism, animal care, sports, and art. The goal is to teach students principles of permaculture, healthy living, and environmental stewardship through hands-on learning in nature.
The document outlines plans to establish a Creative Village in northern Haiti to support tourism development. The village will include workshops for crafts like textiles, jewelry, and ceramics. It will function as both a tourist attraction showcasing Haitian culture and crafts, and as a business and training center for local communities. The goal is to benefit local artisans and farmers, increase tourism from nearby cruise ports, and preserve cultural heritage.
The county of La Garrotxa in northeastern Spain covers 735 square kilometers and is split into 21 municipalities. It has a varied landscape ranging from mountains to plains, and is distinct due to its volcanic zone. The Fluvià River divides the county into two parts - the mountainous Alta Garrotxa and the flatter southern region containing the La Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park. The county contains four large valleys and the towns of Besalú and Beuda, showcasing the region's natural beauty, culture, and history through art, architecture, cuisine, and outdoor activities.
Erasmus Student Network (ESN) is a non-profit international student organisation. Our mission is to represent international students, thus provide opportunities for cultural understanding and self-development under the principle of Students Helping Students.
Author: Erika Stanciu (ProPark)
Presentation for Topic 3: Practical Tools for conservation and local development
2nd European Ecotourism Conference
23-25 October 2013, Romania
This document provides information about various volunteer camps for teenagers in multiple countries across Europe and beyond. Camps are listed for Belgium, Spain, Czech Republic, Finland, Estonia, Iceland, France, Italy, Germany, Turkey, Korea, Russia and the USA. Details provided for each camp include the code, name, location, dates, type of work, age requirements, number of volunteer spots, project description, accommodations, food, location, and meeting points. The document apologizes for not having a standard layout as it was compiled from various sources.
URGENT HELP NEEDED! Europe's first Natural Park that will allow children of all ages to spend an overnight educational stay within our Natural Park and take part in educational programs also to participate within creating a tree farm to fight against climate change! WE NEED YOUR HELP THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT DOES NOT HAVE THE FINANCES TO IMPLEMENT THIS PROGRAM! CAN YOU HELP?
URGENT HELP NEEDED!
The document discusses Peru's Amazonia region, covering its history, geography, population, environment, biodiversity, challenges of climate change, deforestation and poverty, and alternatives for economic growth. It notes that the Amazonia makes up 62% of Peru's territory and contains great diversity of flora, fauna and indigenous groups. While the region faces threats, there are also initiatives from public, private and nonprofit sectors pursuing sustainable development through ecotourism, bio-businesses, education projects and empowering local communities. Overall it argues more can be done to protect the region's natural resources and future through collective action.
Travel and tourism new openings (hotels, restaurants, museums), main events, not to be missed in Pas-de-Calais, Northern France.
Military history, CWGC experience, gastronomy,
The proposed virtual museum platform would connect organizations promoting Mediterranean cuisine and culture across Europe. It would provide multimedia content like videos, recipes, and expert advice on different countries' food traditions. The platform would link to other related projects and standards to encourage cultural exchange and tourism. It aims to preserve intangible cultural heritage around the Mediterranean diet and support local producers and economies in a sustainable way.
The document discusses promoting sustainable tourism in a community to generate economic and cultural benefits. It aims to share the community's history, culture, and archaeological sites with visitors respectfully. Potential positives include increased family income and job opportunities from tourism. Potential negatives include increased traffic and loss of culture from outside influences. Suggested solutions involve cultural workshops, heritage talks, and eco-friendly tourism like hiking and family hotels to preserve culture while benefiting from visitors.
By Rosario Toril Moreno
Presented at IFLA World Library and Information Congress 2022, Dublin, Ireland.
Session 152, 28 July 2022:
"Climate Action in Libraries: Creating a More Sustainable Future by Engaging and Inspiring Youth"
Organizers:
Environment, Sustainability and Libraries Section (ENSULIB) with Libraries for Children and Young Adults Section
Community based tourism - Case study (Thanh Ha pottery village |Miso walai Ho...AvantikaBadgujar
A case study PowerPoint presentation on community-based tourism. In 2021 on world tourism day the theme was declared to be "inclusive tourism".
So thus this is a presentation created with 2 different case studies taken to learn from them.
One is in Malaysia and the other is in Vietnam.
This document provides a brief overview of culture and society in Spain. It discusses Spain's geography, history, government, economy, languages, religions, festivals, art, music, dance, cuisine, sports, transportation and low-context culture. Key points include Spain's diverse landscapes and climates, its Roman Catholic majority, famous festivals like San Fermin and Las Fallas, renowned architecture from different periods, flamenco and Spanish classical dance, the popularity of soccer and bullfighting, and Spain's welcoming yet individualistic culture.
Spain has a diverse food culture that has influenced its hospitality industry. Traditional Spanish cuisine includes dishes like tapas, paella, cured ham, and cheeses. Fast food has grown in popularity, making up around 14% of meals. Most Spaniards eat lunch around 2pm and dinner at 9pm. Tipping 10% is customary at restaurants and for services. Spanish wine consumption has decreased while beer, cava and spirits have increased. Religious festivals and associated food have become major cultural attractions for tourists.
This is the first description of our future eco-project in Bulgaria, which we intend to kickstart next year. It's a call for support and building a network of supporters. Thanks very much for reading, if you have any questions please contact me or Katja personally under: woistix@yahoo.de respectively beyer.k@gmx.de.
Community-based Eco-tourism project by Pelachorieplab
This business plan proposes the development of sustainable agri-ecotourism in the indigenous community of Rioblanquito, Colombia. The plan is being developed by the Foundation of Professional Young People and Students from Sotara, led by Jose Miguel Palechor. The community has natural, historical, and agricultural resources that could support ecotourism, including diverse flora and fauna, mountains, forests, rivers, volcanoes, hot springs, and historic sites. The proposed ecotourism activities would include ecological paths, cultural events, hiking to historical places, and education about the local environment, culture, and agriculture. The goal is to protect natural resources while generating tourism and regional economic opportunities.
The document describes La Donaira, an organic farm in southern Spain that offers educational experiences focused on permaculture, sustainability, and reconnecting with nature. Students can visit for one-day trips or longer residential programs to participate in activities like farming, cooking, herbalism, animal care, sports, and art. The goal is to teach students principles of permaculture, healthy living, and environmental stewardship through hands-on learning in nature.
The document outlines plans to establish a Creative Village in northern Haiti to support tourism development. The village will include workshops for crafts like textiles, jewelry, and ceramics. It will function as both a tourist attraction showcasing Haitian culture and crafts, and as a business and training center for local communities. The goal is to benefit local artisans and farmers, increase tourism from nearby cruise ports, and preserve cultural heritage.
The county of La Garrotxa in northeastern Spain covers 735 square kilometers and is split into 21 municipalities. It has a varied landscape ranging from mountains to plains, and is distinct due to its volcanic zone. The Fluvià River divides the county into two parts - the mountainous Alta Garrotxa and the flatter southern region containing the La Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park. The county contains four large valleys and the towns of Besalú and Beuda, showcasing the region's natural beauty, culture, and history through art, architecture, cuisine, and outdoor activities.
Erasmus Student Network (ESN) is a non-profit international student organisation. Our mission is to represent international students, thus provide opportunities for cultural understanding and self-development under the principle of Students Helping Students.
Author: Erika Stanciu (ProPark)
Presentation for Topic 3: Practical Tools for conservation and local development
2nd European Ecotourism Conference
23-25 October 2013, Romania
This document provides information about various volunteer camps for teenagers in multiple countries across Europe and beyond. Camps are listed for Belgium, Spain, Czech Republic, Finland, Estonia, Iceland, France, Italy, Germany, Turkey, Korea, Russia and the USA. Details provided for each camp include the code, name, location, dates, type of work, age requirements, number of volunteer spots, project description, accommodations, food, location, and meeting points. The document apologizes for not having a standard layout as it was compiled from various sources.
1. Bioregionalism: boundaries of home or, why France? or even, why this particular bit of France that’s so far away, hot, unknown… is it OK, is it green politically? Do they ‘do’ organic, do they know what permaculture is...
2. pre1980 Paris only, probably 1980 Bardou, Aude - a self-perpetuating community, a 6 week visit which led to an interest in Cathar heresy, studying and renovating old village houses, living in the heat, gathering wild food, being with others. 1986 continuous ... Brittany, the Loire, central France, and traditional dance. The start of a passion for French culture and a belief that “ it ” was there! 1989 La Val Dieu , an intentional community in the Aude, first ventures into virtual community via GreenNet, investing in the land & building. Dance, debate, culture, right livelihood, organic co-ops, solarpower, mix of people from all parts of Europe. 11 = Aude; 9 = Ariège; 66 = Pyrènèes Orientales 2002 My dear Mum leaves me the money! 2003 Return to the south, get buzz from 66, sit in a square in a hot little Catalan town and lose my heart to it…* 2004 a new life in Prades, 66500 1990 Lagrasse, Bugerach, Limoux, Quillan, Espèraza, Arques, Couiza, Rennes-les-Bains, St Paul de Fenouillet … the poetry of the names, dreams, friends, adventures… one day!
3. Why there? Narrowing down the area… Analysis using data overlay: maps, exclusion zones & choices Maps of interest: Traditional dance Permaculture & ‘green’ things Exclusion zones: How far away from UK? Why not Spain? What’re the costs? Why now? What can I do there? What of the future? How does it balance out? Prades 66500 Dept: Pyrenees-Orientales
4. Data overlay based on interest: traditional dance … because I do it and teach it! Paris weekends visits to go dancing: ceilidhs, bals, breton club Verton regular group visits - mainly Anglo-French barndance, trans-Manche friendships, reciprocation, community building. Brittany lines & circles, an dros, gavotte, community dancing & singing Celtic fringe, a live tradition Berry & Bourbonnais central french bals, bourrées, polka, mazurka, summer dance festivals & fêtes, meeting people from all over Europe, learning about cultures & traditions, local ways of life based on annual cycles of time, builds a European dance community Provence edges with Italy and the Med, circles, lines, agricultural rounds such as the farandole, branle, medieval run of the sun. Pays Catalan one main dance - the sardana - which is a community dance strengthening ties on both sides of the border, solidarity, resistance to the ‘globalisation’ of the northern french government
5. Data overlay based on interest: permaculture & ‘green’ things - natch! Paris area Le Tertre Blanc Brittany L’academie Bretonne de Permaculture + others Languedoc & Midi Pyrenees a major player in permaculture dissemination: 8 orgs inc. Las Encantadas, Limoux & Le Paysage Comestible + others, Sougraigne (Aude), Peter, Jane & Marc, Les Portes Neuves (Gers), Ecovillage network: Reseau Francais des Eco Villages (Jean Michel Pochat) Dordogne/Lot Association Beauchamp - Bué & John, Yves at Le Chevreuil Limousin/Centre Nés de la terre, Steve & Yvonne Page, Le Blé en Herbe, Alpes Maritimes Yves Martelet, Collet
6. Data overlay: exclusion zones How far away from UK? 750 miles, nearly as far as I can get, from Brighton… maybe it’s cos I’m Welsh, I want to be away from England, on the edge of 2 countries… What’re the costs? Aah, the nub… property prices low here, tho going up. Travel costs might outweigh the benefits - earth care, fair share... Prades 66500 Dept: Pyrenees-Orientales Why not Spain? Too much going on in Spain, too many Brits, lots of people wanting their ‘bit’ to fulfill over imaginative dreams… I like France! (I don’t speak Spanish, though that’s not really an excuse…)
7. Analysis … How is the bioregion defined? Physical ... Biophysical contours, river valleys, microclimates, wild and cultivated spaces, and the impact of the human on the environment D.Aberly (ed) 1993 Bio-cultural ... An association of the natural identifiable region, sometimes defined by a watershed, by an existing or tribal language boundary H.Christie 2001 Energetic ... Human organisation and cultural information as a store of energy - cross fertilisation, biogenetic, racial, cultural and intellectual = hybrid vigour D.Holmgren 2002
8. Prades Languedoc-Roussillon is one definition of the area; the langue d’Oc representing the diversity of tribes of Provence, Italy, Southern France, and the Catalans… the other end of the world from the “Oil” (=yes) Catalunya 66 = Pyrénées Orientales 11 = Aude 9 = Ariège Catalonia represents a massive edge between France and Spain. The language is different again, the culture is of ‘the south’. The diversity of people, thought, politics, the ‘natural’ refusal to be “French” has meant the area is wild, open, Resistance is rife (WW2), pride in local traditions and an “alternative” feel… Political Spanish/French border Le pays catalan
9. Prades ZPPAUP Zone de Protection de Patrimoine Architectural, Urbain et Paysager Published in January 2004, the plan is to ‘reconquer’ the centre and preserve the architecture, to limit urban growth, sustain the food producing areas, and to resuscitate the feeling of communité for future generations.
11. Human environment… as an example Water Domestic water is metered; arrosage canals - “ free” water runs under the streets from the mountain - dip into it for gardens etc. Food is supplied by a network of small businesses, bakers, butchers, greengrocers, small corner shops, weekly markets inc bio/producers market, as well as SuperU and Intermarché, which buys locally. MacDo is the main bone of contention with local Restauranteurs. Energy is nuclear, with eoliennes nearby. Waste disposal Public dechetterie using “Tri” system of recycling glass,plastic and other items; communal bins emptied daily… + dustbin system. Sewage costs included in waterbill. Have still to discover where it goes! Infrastructure Commune = small centre of government, Prades has grown from being a village based on its square and church with a famous Baroque altarscreen, to a cultural centre linked to anti-Franco and WW2 Resistance. Roads Bypass, small marble-edged streets, some one-way, carpark spaces are central with disabled spaces, children play in streets. Trees central place shaded by plane trees Green spaces park & lake with fishing, campsite, rugby ground, cemetery; main feature is the Pyrenean countryside is within 10m walk, lots of randonneurs, and walking clubs.
12. Cuxac: Andreas, BPT BSC graduate & Dip student Varilhes: Paul & Pauline, from Brighton, eco-home & IT business Peter, Jane & Marc Les Portes Neuves (Gers) Les Encantadas (Emilia Hazelip’s place, inspiring Jamie and others Sougraigne: x3 La Val Dieu Prades Known PC people & places within a 100km radius Green businesses, eg. BoisEnergie66 in Mosset, Biocoop in Prades, Bio food producers in Marquixanes and area, ... Eco-Niche ! Odile WWOOF Human organisation
13. Prades Plus: sous-prefecture, Mairie, Communist majority on council “cleaning up the town”, big weekly main market for the area, Weekly local producers market, ‘Nature et Progres’, Bio-Coop, ADSL’d, good public transport from Perpignan, Spain, train & bus stations. Prades Minus: dog shit, some alcoholic hangers-around, major tourist area so lots of vehicles, French energy system is nuclear, EDF-GDF using river for hydro-electric. Plus interessante: Range of cultural events, such as Pablo Casals festival, film Festival, l’ Université d’été Catalane, Diverse population - spanish, algerian, moroccan, dutch, english. Big artistic community in the surrounding villages. Renewable energy in the area - wind, solar, wood. The new ‘Le Fil de Conflent’, a local action group to make the town more green, more connected, more responsible, embryonic LETS. PMI analysis
14. How about applying a bit of permaculture design theory? OK, we can see it’s an interesting landscape
15. House hunting using district scale design... Observation: Site - Rural or urban - small village? Small house or shared space in a larger one? People - who with? Who might come - is there space for people to stay? Boundaries - how far renovated already? Budget & leeway? Use client checklist on me to determine... Resources: How much? What can I do myself? Who could help? Need: Minimum/maximum space; accessibility now & future Ethics: 2nd home - look at fair share issue. Themes: Placement; sector; scale; patterns Elements: Green criteria; other criteria such as cultural; work and yield? Strategies: timing; instinct; long term Energy use : use local estate agents who speak english; web search in area ; plan 80:20 ; hone down choice to what is feasible in time before going; observe… use criteria, travel round the design cycle again and take intuition into account ! Let's go round again Found it!! What next? survey analyse design implement review
18. Site analysis plan North Tramontane winds summer sun 300+ days sun Temp: summer 35+˚c winter 0 to 12˚c occasional snow tree dependence (outhouse) house earth courtyard Rain from north-east mainly
19. 31 July 10am 25 December, 11.20am 30 August, 8.30am Rue du Palais, built up in the 17th century from the old E-W main road, has used the age-old strategy of tall buildings & narrow streets to ward off the heat. Polished wood floor and ceilings reflect light even in midwinter. The ‘back view’ shows the strength of the late summer sun over the suburbs - all the later-built buildings have terraces to catch the sun.
20. Easter, early April 2004 late May 2004 mid July 2004 Sun trajectory shows would hit the courtyard full in late summer if the tree wasn’t there. However, the tree is too big & dry soil means nothing else grows...
21. Data overlay: choices What can I do there? I can speak French, so there’s the prospect of improving it; getting involved with the ecologically-active community that is building there. Supporting Permaculture in the area… be a node? What of the future? As an “elder” I can support the community. I can teach a lot of things: permaculture, circledance, community-building. I hope to have my partner there too! Why now? I’m 55 soon and my 5-year Plan to Retirement kicks in; I have the money to invest; I’ve always wanted to live there, so can try it out before the final step! How does it balance out? Aah, another nub… emotionally I will have done what my dreams have suggested…
22. Essential criteria: theory in action : throughout I have found myself reflecting on principles and ethics, and even beating myself up about it! The greatest testimony is that, even retrospectively, I am able to identify where the Design Cycle is replicated, especially within itself… if I could get really good graphic of this, I’d be using it all over place in this presentation! design practice : I use SADI mainly, because for me it’s also the learning cycle theory I really like, in action… I’ve learnt more about pattern language, future histories, options & decisions, data overlay and incremental design through this project, as well as applying principles (which I tend to do a lot, especially in ‘virtual’ designs) Complimentary criteria: Dissemination and Symmetry : although essentially a personal project, the use of the presentation as an example of an incremental design will add to the educational resources for BPT’s design course. Community building : I see this as the start of my involvement in an Amazing Permaculture community in France.. plenty of links past & present… included in this for me is the future work I intend to offer to local and Permaculture artisans, solar power, heating, building, etc. (See evaluation & costings below) earth fairshare people
23. Complimentary criteria: Evaluation and Costings Yields For me:-a sense of relief at having done this thing… the emotional yield is the most important, as it has felt that I have not ever had the courage to follow my ‘star’ before, and though the opportunity was granted by a loss - a natural cycle of life & death - the personal sense of satisfaction is immense. The fact that I can do it with an underpinning of the ‘costs’ both physical and economic in mind is down to the sense of awareness raised by the Permaculture design course… Economically it is also an investment for my future… prices have already risen 15% since my purchase in November 2003. Input costs Purchase costs :- £65k + £4k on notarial fees, survey, insurance, Travel & carbon costs - airfares range from £45 to £130 depending on carrier with carhire at about £100 per trip, depending on length and how many people. It’s about 1000km, so using www.chooseclimate.org website carbon calculator, the air-costs alone are the equivalent of about 50kg of fuel per person, with about 400kg carbon dioxide, equivalent to 1 60w lightbulb lit for a year, or as much carbon as a tree 4.5 m tall!…. Help!! (guilt, guilt?) Renovation & refurbishment : £10k available and the plan is to replace oil fired heating & water with solar power (320 days a year sun!) and to install a wood pellet furnace… costs for these have yet to be calculated. earth fairshare people
Editor's Notes
Jan in an email to Julia (USA) explaining why she has not got inspiration for a dance week called Constant Bliss she’s supposed to be running in New England in the autumn! “ To some extent I’ve been looking for inspiration, having got none at gennetines… so hot! So then I went south… a different sort of heat, and so fab, fab. I have made an offer on a house in Prades, in the Pyrenees, with Mount Canigou, another sacred mountain, in the background and which gave me a flavour of “constant bliss”... whenever I crested the hilltops that took me to the mountains, there I got a feeling of peace, of space, of heat, of ‘culture’… I was torn between the Catalunyan bliss of the very south and the green, wet, vertical reaches of the Aude valley, La Belle France, French France, my ‘first love’ down there … but very enclosed.. And when I came back to the plain, there was pleasure.” July 28th 2003
Publicly owned land ‘ neighbourhood village’ Recreation, cultural Hospitals, etc Local trails Infrastructure, roads, trees, green spaces Safety & danger Heritage buildings Power spots Businesses most important for the community to support Crime/conflicts Dark & lighting where children can interact with nature Pollution Largest employers in the area How has the community grown over time
Resources: Up to £65,000; can do renovation work if smallscale. Permi- network could help? Need: Max 3 beds & outside space. See it as a start, partly to gauge suitability of moving as a longterm goal. Ethics: Look at fair share as an issue. Themes: Placement - Zone 0 only, heat & quiet, near people, local community feel… however, it’s 800 miles away - assumes it doesn’t need much attention… Z4 = long term harvest or Z5 virtual wilderness, in that one can take inspiration from it and then come back to ‘home’. Sector - site analysis plan, where in the country, what sun, wind, water, air... Scale - space & time - energy in, yield out… recycling? how adaptable to green ideas. Personal patterns - privacy with a social edge. Elements: Criteria from a green PoV: How near to others eg LVD, other bio-people, how organic is the local feel, does it conform to “French” feel, how laid back etc. Work in/work out? Strategies: Timing Instinct Long term changes using current resources (ie I have the money now, do it) .