Ecovillages
Ecovillages (or eco-villages) are communities with a strong ecological focus. An ecovillage might be urban, suburban or rural and they can range in size from a few to hundreds.
Some ecovillages are attempts to shift existing neighborhoods or towns toward more sustainable living and more of a sense of community.
Others are newly built, often featuring green or natural building techniques. Ecovillages vary a lot in their degree of community connection and their ecological focus.
Here are some examples.
Urban
Illabunda, Paramatta, NSW
Up to date photos and information can also be found on the Illabunda Facebook page.
Westwyck, Brunswick, Melbourne
BedZED , East London
Rural
Findhorn, Scotland – the world’s first ecovillage, started in 1961.
Aldinga Arts Ecovillage – Aldinga, South Australia
Other Eco-organisations
Association for Sustainable Communities – Australia
