Coming of Age
In Ithaca, New York, a pioneering project continues to break new ground in ecological design, education, and community.
In Ithaca, New York, a pioneering project continues to break new ground in ecological design, education, and community.
The Yarrow Ecovillage uses the cohousing model to create ecological buildings that meet their occupants’ needs.
By learning necessary physical skills, these ecovillagers transcend the limitations of their middle-class educations.
Water supply, human waste treatment, zoning regulations, legal structure, homeownership models, and other core technical issues are essential in ecovillage planning.
For the health of our species and the planet, we need ecovillages.
How can a diverse group best make decisions? After many years advocating it, the author concludes that consensus is not the answer.