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InternationalSustainable DevelopmentConsultants
“supporting sustainable businessby stabilizing local communities”
The Solution is the Eco-village ModelThe Solution is the Eco-village Model
Communications and Decision Making
Open and truthful
communications is highly valued
Decisions are urged to be made
by consensus
Effective communication
methods are taught within the
community
Energy and Appropriate Technology
Solar Energy
Wind Power
Hydro
Energy Efficiency Programs
Diversified Energy Plan
Food Security and Production
Family Farming
Gap closed between subsistence
and commercial production
Creating materials for
composting and mulching
Production developed according to availability of land, labor and finance
Natural Environment is considered into the planning
Biological Diversity is sustained
Water and Waste Management
Grey Water Systems
Recycling
Compost toilets
Community Water and Health programs
Evaluation for best water collection
and conservation: rainwater, boreholes
and more
Permaculture – land use
An ecological design system that
harmoniously integrates landscape and people to provide food, energy, shelter and other material
needs to be sustainable
Conceptual design begins with the
feedback from the community, their needs and existing resources
and environment
Natural Building
Natural, local and recycled materials use for building
materials
Building designs includes efficient water, waste and
energy systems
Skills training for community construction with locally appropriate systems
in the program
Maintenance program
Children and Education
Practical Education
Self-reliant day care centers and schools
Green youth programs
Global educational exchange
Ecological sustainability provides stability
Food ProductionEnergy GenerationNatural Building
Water Harvesting and ManagementRecycling and Reusing
Community-based economyAppropriate skill building programs
Strengthening social baseRespect for diversity and cultural heritage
Financial Security
Stable local economies secures business success
Stimulate social based enterprises
Support economic trade network
Establish community banking systems
Create finance mechanism for growth