Regenerative Landscape: Restore and Regenerate
Regenerate (to renew/restore/respect)
Keywords: rain barrels, seed saving, restore, regenerate, reflect,
Regenerative Landscape Plan
Let’s take a final look at the regenerative landscape design. This landscape design was approached through a regenerative and greening lens that embodies sustainability in multiple dimensions, encompassing economic, environmental, and cultural/social aspects.
From an economic standpoint, the regenerative landscape proves greener and more sustainable by reducing long-term maintenance costs through the use of resilient and low-maintenance plantings, minimizing the need for costly inputs like pesticides and fertilizers. It also fosters local economies by promoting and purchasing plants and materials and supporting local businesses and artisans.
Environmentally, the regenerative landscape minimizes resource consumption and waste generation by incorporating principles such as water infiltration, soil regeneration, and biodiversity promotion. By restoring ecosystems and improving soil health, the regenerative landscape contributes to carbon sequestration and mitigates climate change impacts.
Culturally and socially, the regenerative design aims to honour stewards of the land and integrate elements that reflect the region’s rich traditions, such as the use of Indigenous plants and meadows, with the hope of creating a sense of place. It respects and enhances the natural beauty and ecological integrity of the landscape, fostering a deep connection between people and their surroundings. Of course, let’s not forget about community building through shared seeds, fruits, and vegetables from the garden.
Overall, a landscape designed through a regenerative and green lens ensures sustainability by harmonizing economic, environmental, cultural, and social considerations, creating a holistic and resilient landscape that benefits both current and future generations.
The Regenerative Landscape Design
Reflect
Please use the following questions to guide your reflection:
- Which topics were the most important to you? Which topics are the most approachable for you to integrate into your pedagogy and curriculum?
- Can you design and propose a lesson plan, assessment, or learning activity that integrates the important topics into your pedagogy or curriculum?
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