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Permaculture guides
for thoughtful learners.
Read practical, plain-language guides about permaculture foundations, Online PDC study, Portugal's design context, and the structure of a 72-hour certificate.
Understand what a PDC is, what it should include, and how certification relates to real design practice.
Begin Introduction to PermacultureExplore ethics, principles, observation, systems thinking, and regenerative practice before committing to the full PDC.
Portugal Studying permaculture in PortugalWhy climate, land use, water, fire, food systems, and rural culture make Portugal a serious design classroom.
Climate Mediterranean permaculture and climate resilienceExplore seasonal drought, intense rain, fire risk, shade, soil cover, and adaptive design decisions.
Structure What to expect from a 72-hour PDCSee how guided hours, modules, assessments, feedback, and final design work fit together.
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Begin with the free Foundation course or continue directly to the paid, supported Online PDC.