https://www.luma.org/en/arles/atelierluma.html
Circle Sector ondersteunt industrieën, wetenschappers, beleidsmakers en burgers bij het faciliteren van de transitie van een lineaire naar een circulaire economie. Om deze transitie te versnellen, heeft Circle Sector een methodologie voor ecosysteemontwerp ontwikkeld. Deze methode begint met het in kaart brengen van bronnen in een regionale context, die vervolgens opnieuw kunnen worden gekoppeld aan het ontwerpen van circulaire producten, diensten en systemen. Thematische labs worden georganiseerd om te experimenteren en het potentieel van deze regionale bronnen te ontdekken en nieuwe collectieven te vormen. Pilotprojecten worden ontwikkeld om het potentieel van circulaire bedrijfsmodellen te testen en te implementeren. Het Circle Sector-platform wordt gebruikt om de inzichten te delen die zijn ontwikkeld tijdens het iteratieve proces van inventarisatie, prototyping en pilotering. Gedurende dit proces streeft Circle Sector ernaar de circulaire economie op regionaal niveau vorm te geven.
The institute works to empower communities whose knowledge systems have been violently dismissed across educational and environmental spheres, while also guiding non-indigenous communities on how to understand and apply traditional and indigenous knowledge in a respectful and responsible way. Supported by a community of educators, knowledge keepers, architects, designers, founders, historians, philosophers and environmental advocates, the institute engages in research and projects across the globe that enhance nature based technologies and environmental literacy.
https://www.lo-tek.com/
Lo-TEK is a movement that looks to existing knowledge, practices of traditional and indigenous communities, views them as systems or infrastructures, and considers how they work as climate adaptation technologies, rather than cultural heritage or agricultural heritage systems.
This creates a whole new lens of understanding—new ways of looking back at indigenous origins—given that we live in a different world from that in which they were first conceptualized.
With Lo-TEK, I document these technologies through the graphic language of architects and urbanists, the people who are involved in the built environment, one of the first times in which most of these systems have been documented in that manner. This means that one can re-contextualize them or determine their new applications in a different environment, be that migration, or hybridization with a high tech system, whether it's material technology, process of construction, control mechanisms, or data monitoring. Through this process we can work to expand our current toolkit and consider what resilient systems are available; we can then implement them as a means of addressing the current climate changes occurring.
This creates a whole new lens of understanding—new ways of looking back at indigenous origins—given that we live in a different world from that in which they were first conceptualized.
With Lo-TEK, I document these technologies through the graphic language of architects and urbanists, the people who are involved in the built environment, one of the first times in which most of these systems have been documented in that manner. This means that one can re-contextualize them or determine their new applications in a different environment, be that migration, or hybridization with a high tech system, whether it's material technology, process of construction, control mechanisms, or data monitoring. Through this process we can work to expand our current toolkit and consider what resilient systems are available; we can then implement them as a means of addressing the current climate changes occurring.
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For example, in Indonesia, peatlands – wetlands that produce peat soil from decaying organic matter – are often drained for agriculture, “because they are just seen as unproductive land,” “So they get used for oil palm production, for example.” In the process, huge amounts of carbon are lost from the peat soils to the atmosphere.
Purun, a flammable material, gained significant attention from the world due to its role in the devastating fires that ravaged Indonesia in 2015, affecting over 50% of peatlands.
In response to this crisis, Indonesia has intensified efforts to protect and restore these carbon-rich ecosystems, which are also prime locations for agricultural expansion. Transforming peatland management is crucial for achieving Indonesia’s commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate the damaging impacts of fires, including school closures, respiratory issues, and premature deaths.
The Peat Restoration Agency of the Republic of Indonesia (BRG) was tasked with restoring 2.49 million hectares of degraded peatland across seven priority provinces. The agency employs a three-pronged approach: rewetting, revegetation, and revitalizing local people’s livelihoods. The latter approach focuses on improving the welfare of those residing within or near the peat ecosystem through sustainable peat management.
Supporting native plant growth in the peatlands sustains the peatland ecosystem which have an important role in mitigating global climate change, crucial environmental issues (drought, forest fires, flooding) and preserve global biodiversity.
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This article has been published on Pantaugambut.id
Title : "Weaving Purun to Preserve Peatlands"
URL : https://en.pantaugambut.id/insights/weaving-purun-to-preserve-peatlands
Author : Donny Muslim dari Pantau Gambut
other source; https://www.tropicalpeatlands.org/factsheet/why-peatlands-matter/
In many peatland villages, one livelihood option is the utilization of native peat commodities like purun, a peat sedge plant found in Indonesia and neighboring countries. Purun has traditionally been used as raw material for homemade crafts, primarily mats, by communities living near peatlands.
Merdi Sihombing and his dedicated team meticulously developed the design concept for the “Purun Goods” collection. Their vision was to elevate purun woven products beyond their traditional context and introduce them to a wider audience. By combining traditional techniques with contemporary aesthetics, they sought to popularize purun woven products and bestow upon them a new level of sophistication and elegance.
The “Purun Goods” collection was first showcased during the Antwerp Fashion Week held in Antwerp, Belgium, in the year 2018.
The materials employed in the “Purun Goods” collection were sourced directly from the purun plant, which thrives near water bodies and in swampy areas. Purun’s significance extends beyond its aesthetic appeal; it plays a crucial role in maintaining peatland hydrology, preserving the delicate balance of flora and fauna, and ensuring the sustainability of microbial communities. By incorporating purun into fashion, the project aimed to celebrate the intrinsic connection between nature and human creativity.
The “Purun Goods” collection involved the active participation of women of diverse ages, from teenagers to adults and the elderly, who reside in communities adjacent to peatlands. These women were instrumental in every stage of the project, from harvesting the purun to weaving it into intricate textiles and ultimately creating the final products. Their involvement not only enriched the project with their traditional knowledge and skills but also provided a platform for economic empowerment and social recognition.
https://garlandmag.com/article/the-purun-project/
The “Purun” fashion film. The film showcased the stunning beauty and versatility of purun, while also emphasizing the urgent need to preserve and protect the peatland ecosystem. Additionally, it highlighted the significant role of local communities in safeguarding their natural heritage and promoting sustainable livelihoods. The film shed light on the invaluable contributions of these communities, earning widespread acclaim and praise.
The success of the “Purun Goods” collection extended far beyond the realm of fashion. It served as a powerful reminder of the transformative potential of creativity, collaboration, and respect for the environment. By embracing the beauty of purun and empowering local communities, the project paved the way for a more sustainable and equitable future, where fashion and nature coexist in harmony.
veen = peat
https://www.tropicalpeatlands.org/factsheet/title/
https://www.vlm.be/nl/SiteCollectionDocuments/Admire/EURADMPaludicultuur.pdf
Julie Van Mulders
For me as we delved deeper into the process of making the ball, I saw something emerge. It wasn't just about the ball itself anymore. The collaborative effort, the shared problem-solving, the open communication – these elements wove a different kind of fabric, one far stronger and more resilient than any material we could have chosen for the ball. We were building trust.
The ball, in its final form, became a tangible representation of this trust. It wasn't just a collection of materials; it was a symbol of our shared commitment, our mutual respect, and our collective belief in each other's abilities. It represented the hours of conversation, the shared meals, days fueled by coffee and a common goal.
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Een gebied dat een rijkdom aan historisch erfgoed herbergt dankzij een eeuwenlange interactie tussen mens, water en land.
De Schelde vormt hier samen met de Rupel, de Durme en de Dender een uitgestrekt netwerk van rivieren. Land en water zijn vervlochten door tal van slikken, schorren, meanders, beken, meersen en wielen. De Scheldevallei herbergt een uitzonderlijke fauna en flora met spindotterbloemen, wilgenvloedbossen, otters, bevers, grutto’s, zeearenden, finten of meivissen en zo veel meer.
naar zoet water. De getijdennatuur langs de Schelde, Durme en Rupel is van uitzonderlijke kwaliteit en uniek op Europese schaal.
De missie van het natuurpark scheldevallei:
Samen werken in de Scheldevallei aan één aaneengesloten getijdengebied in een dynamisch landschap, geboetseerd door en voor mens en rivier, in de frontlijn van de klimaatverandering.
Behalve watersnood voorkomen wil het Sigmaplan ook typische riviernatuur herstellen. In totaal neemt het Sigmaplan zowat 260 kilometer rivierenland onder handen.
https://www.sigmaplan.be/nl
https://interregvlaned.eu/admire/partners
Een ecosysteem voor lokale en natuurlijke bouwmaterialen
https://interregvlaned.eu/casco-carbon-sink-construction/over-ons