Located on a 2.5 acre permaculture farm in Costa Rica’s Diamante Valley, the “House Without Shoes” is a Superadobe earthbag complex made up of three interconnected domes, which are joined by an open-air deck that looks out over the stunning valley and ocean views. The main dome, which is approximately 22-feet high, houses the primary … Read more
Here is a video I found at permies.com where you can find a long discussion about the concept. You can also watch the video at www.youtube.com
Nestled in the foothills of the Talamanca mountain range in Costa Rica, the Kinkára resort invites anyone looking for a restorative escape to visit. You can glamp your way to detoxification, sweating out all of your toxins in a temazcal-inspired sweat ceremony and experiencing the benefits of pure cacao. “We wanted to create an environment … Read more
Alosha Lynov established the Bio Veda Academy as a way to disseminate his knowledge about building what he calls a Living Bio Shelter Organism, along with holistic water treatment and cooperative eco-villages. Alosha studied Superadobe construction at CalEarth Institute in California, and what he teaches is somewhat based on their approach. He has combined Superadobe … Read more
Yesterday I had a chance to tour Trollworks in Santa Clara, New Mexico, where various prototype machines are being built to make biochar. The Trollworks system integrates four innovative elements to deliver a system with multiple applications, benefits and potential revenue streams. These machines can heat a building while making biochar which can be sold … Read more
In 1996, Raghava inherited a coconut plantation from his grandfather. Unlike his ancestors who had practiced agriculture for seven generations, Raghava, then an undergraduate, had no connection with the soil. “I grew up on a healthy diet of inspiring stories of local and international entrepreneurs. This was one of the reasons that motivated me to … Read more