Ecoversity

Ecoversity bridges permaculture, regenerative farming, herbalism, and community building through online and in-person programs. The platform has achieved mainstream visibility through Netflix's 'Down to Earth' with Zac Efron and media coverage in Forbes, Fortune, NY Times, and Wall Street Journal. 92% of students report confidence in real-life application of learned skills.

Website: https://www.ecoversity.org/

Location

Primary: Costa Rica

Key People

  • Stephen Brooks - Co-Founder
    25+ years in Costa Rica; founder of Punta Mona Center, La Ecovilla, Alegria Village; Netflix 'Down to Earth' feature
  • Penny Livingston - Co-Founder (PINA-accredited, 30+ years regenerative design; Regenerative Design Institute)
  • Sarah Wu - Faculty - Herbalism
  • Seraphina Capranos - Faculty
  • Kat Maier - Faculty
  • Rosemary Gladstar - Faculty

Programs

  • 6-Month Permaculture Design Certification (PINA-endorsed)
  • 100-Hour Herbalism Program (22+ educators)
  • Food Forest Academy
  • 1001 Hectares regenerative community vision

Important Dates

  • 2006: Stephen Brooks co-founded La Ecovilla
  • 2020: Envision Festival hosted ~10,000 people
  • january2026: January 7, 2026 - Free Open House scheduled
  • february2026: February 20, 2026 - Living Systems Design class begins

Additional Information

  • scholarships: Available
  • social Media: YouTube channel available