Permaculture principles by David Holmgren In his book Permaculture - Principles and Paths beyond Sustainability (2002), Holmgren enlarge the figure of main permaculture beliefs. Their approach provides a more detailed and systematic way to start making management decisions in complex and ever-changing ecosystems. Observe and interact Spend a long time observing an ecosystem before building or cultivating in it. Doing so will permit us to make or farm in the most well-organized and sustainable ways probable. Capture and store energy You will study in Permaculture Course Online energy of all types runs to and from all ecology. Energy resources include sunlight, water, seeds, inherent heat, wind, and organic matter. Get a performance When planting flora for food, energy, textiles or cosmetics, we desire to get a yield. Good management is about abundance and the blessings we can share.