Ecosa Institute

The most resilient systems are the ones nature has already tested.

As cities face increasing environmental and social pressures, designers and planners are rethinking how urban environments function - exploring adaptive systems shaped by ecology, climate, infrastructure, and collective life rather than rigid masterplans.

This is the foundation of biomimicry: learning from natural systems to inform how we design, build, and live.

Join Ecosa Institute’s Executive Director and Director of Education for a lecture exploring biomimicry and the ways nature can inspire more connected, resilient, and environmentally responsive futures, from buildings and materials to entire urban systems.

🗓 Thursday, June 4
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM
⏳ Registration closes June 3 at 12 PM
https://www.ecosa.org/calendar/biomimicry

Find full event details and registration through the link in our bio. This lecture takes place at Ecosa’s Denver-based studio: 1169 South Huron Street, Denver, CO 80223.

Article from ArchDaily : 7 Unbuilt Masterplans Reimagining Urban Futures Through Ecology and Collective Space

https://www.archdaily.com/1038998/7-unbuilt-masterplans-reimagining-urban-futures-through-ecology-and-collective-space

7 Unbuilt Masterplans Reimagining Urban Futures Through Ecology and Collective Space Discover innovative unbuilt masterplans reimagining urbanism for resilience, mobility, and ecology across diverse global landscapes.

Curiosity, conversation & community - presenting three events to reconnect with the natural world coming up this week!

Biomimicry Lecture
🗓 Thursday, June 4 | 6–7:30 PM
Join Ecosa Institute’s Executive Director and Director of Education for a lecture exploring biomimicry and the ways humans can learn from natural systems to inform design, innovation, and resilience.
⏳ Registration closes June 3 at 12 PM

Family Film: The Lorax
🗓 Saturday, June 6 | 1–3 PM
Part of our environmental movie series, this family-friendly screening of The Lorax explores the consequences of environmental exploitation through the lens of Dr. Seuss’s beloved story.
⏳ Ticket reservations close June 5 at 12 PM

Movie Night: Finding Harmony: A King’s Vision
🗓 Tuesday, June 9 | 6–8 PM
A deeper look into the development of an environmental philosophy inspired by the work and leadership of then-Prince Charles, examining the intersection of ecology, systems thinking, and stewardship.
⏳ Ticket reservations close June 9 at 12 PM

All Ecosa Movie Nights are free with a suggested $10 donation to the organization. We’ll be serving popcorn, and there will be a discussion after the film.

Find full event details and registration through the link in our bio. All lectures, workshops, and movie nights take place at our new Denver-based studio: 1169 South Huron Street, Denver, CO 80223.

Sustainability is no longer a niche skillset.

From design to construction to energy, agriculture, technology and beyond, expanding your ecological literacy is one of the most practical and meaningful investments you can make in your future.

Through regenerative design education, systems thinking, and hands-on learning, Ecosa’s programs help students deepen their understanding of the interconnected challenges shaping our world—and develop tangible skills to respond to them.

Whether you’re pursuing a new career path or simply looking to engage more thoughtfully with the future, our programs are a great place to start

Learn more about Ecosa and our upcoming education opportunities now: https://www.ecosa.org/

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“I immediately just relaxed.”

That was one physician’s response during a recent NPR feature on forest therapy, where doctors and medical students stepped away from hospital stress and into a guided experience in nature.

Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, forest bathing is a research-backed wellness practice shown to support reduced stress, improved mood, mental clarity, sleep, and overall well-being.

Join Ecosa Institute and Dr. Charlotte Farewell, ANFT Certified Forest Therapy Guide, for a guided forest bathing experience in Evergreen, Colorado—an opportunity to slow down, engage the senses, and reconnect with the natural world through a series of gentle guided invitations.

No hiking experience needed. Accessible to all ages and fitness levels.

🗓 Saturday, May 30
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Evergreen, CO
⏳ Ticket sales end Friday, May 29 at 1 PM

Register here:
https://www.ecosa.org/calendar/forest-bathing2

NPR article: https://www.npr.org/2026/05/11/nx-s1-5608184/forest-therapy-why-a-physician-wants-more-doctors-to-train-in-nature-based-medicine

This Tuesday, May 26 join us for a screening of Ecological Design: Inventing the Future, part of our environmental movie series.

This film features the ideas and prototypes of pioneering designers who have trail-blazed the development of sustainable architecture, cities, energy systems, transport, and industry.

Registration through the link in our bio closes at noon on May 26.
https://www.ecosa.org/calendar/ecologicaldesign

All Ecosa Movie Nights are free with a suggested $10 donation to the organization. We’ll be serving popcorn, and there will be a discussion after the film!

Find full event details and registration through the link in our bio. All lectures, workshops, and movie nights take place at our new Denver-based studio: 1169 South Huron Street, Denver, CO 80223.

Peak migration. Alpine ecosystems. A full day in the field.

Join Ecosa Institute and Dr. Ryan Dibala of Wildlife Tours for a full-day immersion into during one of the most active periods of spring migration.

As returning breeders move through alpine, montane, and riparian habitats, this guided experience will explore far more than bird identification. Participants will learn about avian behavior, ecology, life histories, and the interconnected systems that support biodiversity in high-elevation landscapes.

Along the way, we’ll discuss the conservation challenges facing these ecosystems, from climate change to habitat fragmentation, and the role stewardship and informed action can play in protecting them.

Expect meaningful conversation, incredible scenery, and the opportunity to experience Rocky Mountain National Park through a deeper ecological lens.

🗓 Saturday, May 23
⏰ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Learn more + register through the link in our bio.

The future of land stewardship is interdisciplinary.

Join Ecosa Institute and Dr. Ryan Dibala of Wildlife Tours as he discusses agroforestry, a sustainable land management system that intentionally integrates trees and shrubs with crops and/or livestock to create diverse, productive, and resilient ecosystems.

Registration closes at noon on May 20 - learn more & sign up through the link!
https://www.ecosa.org/calendar/agroforestry2

What if buildings could give more than they take?

Living Future Ambassador Lauren McNeill is gracing Ecosa Institute with a lecture on the Living Building Challenge, one of the most rigorous and forward-thinking standards in sustainable design.

This session will explore how the built environment can move beyond minimizing harm to actively restoring ecosystems and supporting human and environmental health.

🗓 Thursday, May 14
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM
⏳ Registration closes May 13 at 12 PM

Register through the link in our bio.

Slow down and reset.

We are collaborating with Kristen Stine of Beautiful Life Wellness for a sound meditation and aromatherapy session designed to support relaxation and expanded awareness.

Through the use of singing bowls, you’ll be immersed in a calming soundscape, paired with an introduction to aromatherapy and the opportunity to explore a variety of scents.

This is a gentle, restorative experience—no prior experience needed.

🗓 Saturday, May 9
⏰ 1:30–3:00 PM
⏳ Registration closes May 8 at 12 PM

Click the link in our bio for more info and to register!

Curious about Ecosa? Let’s talk.

We’re hosting free Q&A sessions for anyone interested in learning more about our programs, our community, and our approach to regenerative design.

No pressure or convincing, just easy conversation for clarity!

Sign up through the link in our bio.