Ppauw is a mobile eco-village and a haven for ecological experimentation. On the 'fringes' of Wageningen, a suitable ecological footprint is being sought. Ppauw is also a natural, biodiverse breeding ground for new insights in Wageningen. The eco-village lies hidden in the forest on the Wageningen Berg, on the grounds of a former hospital. Here, people are building the society of the future based on the principles of permaculture, ecological living, and collaboration. In addition to developing an ecological vision, Ppauw rents out equipment for events, organizes DIY weekends, and offers day programs to schools. The site is not connected to the grid, which creates challenges and requires local solutions, and decision-making at Ppauw is usually unofficial. Together with Ecodorpen Gelderland (CVEG), Platform Duurzaam Wageningen, Tussen de Bomen, Tiny Houses Wageningen, and the housing association, Ppauw is united in ‘De Beuk’. The goal is to realize an ecological residential community with 150 homes. The dream is to turn the entire city of Wageningen into an eco-village. Will you do your bit for this project?
This project combines well with the other IBO project at a regenerative farm and eco-village in Erlecom, as these projects are organized consecutively. This way, you can travel around the Netherlands for 2 weeks this summer and contribute to both projects!