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Green Kibbutz Group National Movement, Israel

The Green Kibbutz Group is composed of kibbutz communities that have expressed a desire to change their planning in order to become environmentally sustainable. The Group works closely with the three Kibbutz movements, with the Ministry for the Environment, and with environmental organisations in Israel and internationally. By the beginning of 1996 seven communities had made the decision to join the group after debating the issue in their general assemblies.

The Green Kibbutz Group would like to see an active environmental committee on every kibbutz, dealing with internal issues. In addition it is important that kibbutz communities reach out to their surroundings, acting as guardians of their immediate environment and putting environmental issues on the agendas of their local councils. These issues are of paramount importance in a region experiencing rapid change. A strong central body which can coordinate activities and give help where necessary is required, and it is the aim of the Green Kibbutz Group to be such a body. The vision is one of a strong and vital network of sustainable communities throughout Israel. The first major project of the group took place in April 1996, in the form of a Permaculture Design Foundation Course giving a framework for environmental education and change.

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Leah Zigmond
lotan-ecocenter@lotan.ardom.co.il
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