Greening the desert - MUST SEE VIDEO

[GregD]

As I contemplate our situation with a fair amount of despair that while we face the challenges of over-population and climate change, and stuck with BushCo as a clear impediment to progressive and rational solutions, it is hard to find any inspirational moments.

Watch this short video and think about what might be possible:
http://www.permaculture.org.au/greening.htm

They laughed at him and said it couldn't be done.
Nothing could be grown in that salt laden dustbowl.
But Geoff Lawton had other ideas.
He travels the world teaching others how to repair trashed environments that are beyond hope of becoming productive.
In this story, Geoff talks about re-greening the deserts of Jordan. By applying the principles of permaculture, the Jordanians managed to salvage a heavily salted environment and turn it into a green oasis.
Geoff lives and teaches at his farm near The Channon, a small community not far from Lismore. Geoff boasts that despite not having a police station or church, the Channon has some of the most tolerant and friendly people in Australia.

www.permaculture.org.au

[porphyrian]

1. Everyone who says the word "impossible" should watch this. - n/t

[Benhurst]

2. Thanks for this post. Recommended #2

[loudsue]

3. K & R & Bookmarked! This is AWESOME!!! (ok...I still like the word)

This guy is showing the world the way!! Why in the hell don't we hear more about him??

Geoff Lawton!! :yourock:


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[hogwyld]

4. Very inspiratonal! K& R

This could very well help in reversing the damage done by man to his home.

[Oilwellian]

5. Excellent video

Thanks for posting. :thumbsup:
K&R

[mahina]

6. That is just wonderful, thank you so much!

I learned a lot I can use and share, and I would love to help these people.
Now THAT is building peace.
Blessed are the peacemakers.

[Faux pas]

7. Excellent find, thank you! n/t