Acorn Land Labs is a comprehensive educational platform dedicated to teaching the essential systems and skills needed for sustainable off-grid living. Founded on permaculture principles and regenerative design, Acorn Land Labs empowers individuals and communities to create resilient, self-sufficient homesteads.
The program focuses on five critical infrastructure areas: Food, Water, Shelter, Sanitation, and Energy. Through hands-on education, digital simulation tools, and community support, Acorn Land Labs provides a complete pathway from conceptual design to practical implementation.
Whether you're planning a small urban homestead or a complete off-grid property, Acorn Land Labs offers the knowledge, tools, and community support to make sustainable living accessible and achievable.
Master the essential systems for complete self-sufficiency
Regenerative agriculture, permaculture design, soil health, and food forest systems
Rainwater harvesting, greywater systems, and sustainable water management
Natural building techniques, passive solar design, and sustainable construction
Composting toilet systems, waste management, and ecological sanitation
Solar, wind, and renewable energy systems for off-grid living
Comprehensive learning paths for every stage of your journey
Deep dive into off-grid systems and sustainable living practices
Interactive digital tool for designing and planning off-grid homesteads
Connect with experienced practitioners and fellow learners
Time-tested ethics guiding regenerative system design
Take time to engage with nature and recognize patterns before taking action
Capture resources at peak abundance for use during times of need
Ensure systems produce truly useful rewards at each stage
Design systems that discourage inappropriate activity and self-correct
Make best use of nature's abundance to reduce consumption and dependence
Value and employ all resources available, waste nothing
Use patterns found in nature as the backbone for designs
Put elements together so they can assist each other
Transform your life through sustainable living practices