It’s an algae oil farm, a dairy farm, vegetable truck farm, a power station, and a classroom! and it’s coming to Santa Fe! Integrated systems, jobs, and hands-on learning. As we seek security and resiliency in times of impending climate change crises, peak oil production, rising prices, dependency on foreign oil, and long distance supply chains, some innovative individuals think …
Developers and Landowners Should Take a Page From the Past by Estevan Arellano
Balancing the preservation of water rights, development of farm land, sustainable profits from homegrown agricultural operations, and enhancing the regional food “shed” requires wisdom and innovation… If Río Arriba County can have its agricultural lands and water rights remain intact before any new developments are approved, it will not only help prevent sprawl in rural areas; ultimately, it will positively …
Water in a Sustainable Urban Village by Richard Jennings
Sewers are the perennial streams of our civilization in most semi-arid areas. Because water is the critical element, water resiliency will include budgets, reserves, maximum cycling and plans for shared sacrifice or prosperity as the climate delivers…. Water in a Sustainable Urban Village It is great to dream and make plans. But then what? To make things happen the plan has to be …
Vibrant, Alive, Affordable + Living Lightly Locally= Sustainable Neighborhoods
5 Planets! How are we, the US of A, going to be a serious leader if our lifestyle requires 5 planets of resources?? How are we going to look our grandchildren in the eye and say with pride “All this is yours!”?? The good news is we are innovative. So, my fellow Americans, let’s roll up our sleeves and seize …
Earthship Village Design with Michael Reynolds by Brian Skeele
By Brian, on September 6th, 2011 Michael Reynolds points out how “Pockets of Freedom” are essential for innovation. His latest Earthship Village design redefines the neighborhood corner market. By connecting Earthships along a commons bike path/ food jungle, he integrates sewage treatment, water catchment, the growing of fruit and vegetables, fish and chickens all together in a year round tempered climate. … Water catchment, food production, …
Preserving New Mexico’s Land Heritage through Conservation Easements
By Brian, on September 18th, 2011 Conservation easements are a valuable tool for protecting open lands such as farms and ranches, wildlife habitats, historic and cultural sites, scenic open space and recreational lands from development while keeping them in private ownership. A conservation easement is a voluntary, legal agreement between a private landowner and a qualified conservation organization – such …