Institute of Ecolonomics

Institute of Ecolonomics The Institue of Ecolonomics (IOE) is a non-profit entity whose mission is to demonstrate that creati

We are a 501C3 Non-profit founded in 1993 by the incredible actor and environmentalist, Dennis Weaver. We have the vision to "Help People Make a Little Money Making People and the Planet Better". Ecolonomics (pronounced ecol-o-nomics is the synergy of ecology and economy).

08/31/2026

Imagine starting with nothing but land and a vision. Power, water, shelter, community – all built from zero. If you're building something from scratch, what's the real challenge: the construction itself, or making people see it? The answer might surprise you.

08/31/2026

Exploring self-sustaining economic models that prioritize material availability for building, repairs, and furniture. It's about creating a resilient economy where resources are managed for long-term sustainability.

08/30/2026

Imagine feet of hail in August, snowplows clearing roads of ice, and flash floods stranding vehicles. This isn't a winter scene; it's climate disruption happening now. Homes, barns, and livelihoods ruined by massive storms hitting dozens of states.

08/30/2026

Discover the beauty of dynamic agroforestry! We plant main trees for long-term harvest, fruit trees for immediate yield, and smaller bushes as accompanying species. This creates a thriving ecosystem, producing biomass and a beneficial microclimate through constant pruning.

08/29/2026

What if the power went out for a week right now? Most families would panic. Do you have a resilience plan, or are you just hoping for the best? It's time to think about preparedness.

08/28/2026

Can we make traditional farming more sustainable? Agroforestry offers a path, integrating trees into monocrop fields. It's a way to slowly introduce change, even within conventional agriculture, making sustainability accessible.

08/28/2026

We manage water resources with two ponds, two wells, and a unique system for garden and forest irrigation using treated wastewater from compost toilets. It's all about smart, sustainable water use.

08/28/2026

When a massive wildfire rages just miles from your off-grid home, and extreme weather like hailstorms cause millions in damage, resilience becomes more than a word. It's a way of life.

08/28/2026

Beauty matters, but resilience matters more. When a massive wildfire rages just miles away, and you're off-grid, the stakes are incredibly high. We're building for both, but time is running out.

08/27/2026

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