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Ecosystems

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31 Aug - 04 Sep - 00:00

Ecosystems is a course exploring the relationship between human beings and the natural environment. With Pieter we will consider the impact of the Anthropocene, look at our interconnected living systems, and the potential leverage point of working with soil to create healthy future life on earth. Brigid, who works with biodynamic agriculture, will guide us through hands on experience meeting the local environment and abundance of plant life of Ytterjarna. This course will explore food systems, agriculture, sustainable consumption patterns and life cycles.


Pieter Ploeg

Since 2009 I have dedicated my efforts towards accelerating the transition towards a sustainable society on a thriving and resilient living earth. I strongly believe soil is the acupuncture point threw which we can restore our relationship with the earth, and tackle biodiversity, food, climate and resilience. Currently I operate through the entity Common Soil. Our Common Soil as the …


Brigid LeFevre

Transforming food and soil with the help of microorganism has been Brigid Lefevre’s focus since moving to Sweden 12 years ago. As well as running the CSA Brigid is a coordinator for the Biodynamic Initiative for the Next Generation Nordic, agriculture training (BINGN) and is shared Chairman of the Board for the Swedish Biodynamic Association.

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