We have recently organizd the Midwest Eco-Building Guild which combines many of our goals. In the future we hope to train people in our building system, utilizing staw bale tehnology, and create 'master builders' who can train others and supervise volunteers. Oak Park Ave. They publish the Earthbuilders' Encyclopedia as well as other research works. Earthwood is an integrative design concept, adding energy efficiency, food production, home industry and recreation to a building's function as shelter.
Groundworks offers workshops for women as well as coed workshops.
Our ongoing goal is to transform our facilities. . . Our goal in the area of education is to be a vital learning center and resource for the northwest for the development of skills and awareness that will enable individuals to create sustainable lifestyles. . . ABC is a service organization whose mission is to empower others to reap the benefits of our pioneering efforts. We also teach quality construction practices, applicable to Houston's climate, soil conditions, and vernacular materials. Our 1996 workshop series included photovoltaics, straw bale building and Feng Shui.