About The Phoenix Permaculture Guild
The Phoenix Permaculture Guild (PPG) is a local 501c3 non-profit, and operates as a volunteer run organization. The mission of the PPG is to inspire sustainable urban living through education, community involvement and creative cooperation. Programs offered include tours of local sustainable homes, educational classes, hands-on training and event demonstration booths. As well as annual events including the PPG Fruit Tree Sale, Mesquite Bean Milling, Pancake Breakfast and the Tour de Coops.
Permaculture is a term that combines "permanent" and "agriculture / culture" and addresses sustainability and interdependence of human and natural ecosystems. The PPG is committed to the principle of promoting the conscious design of cultivated ecosystems that include diversity, stability, resilience and financial viability.