ReGen Villages

Almere, Flevoland, Netherlands

Illustration © EFFEKT

ReGen Villages are planned, prefabricated villages designed for self sufficiency and able to be constructed in any location. They are intended to provide self-sufficiency, net-positive energy solutions, and closed-loop waste-to-resource systems.

Size:

New construction greenfield size: 4 acres, 75-100 residents.

Dates:

2016-Ongoing

Project Team:

ReGen Villages Holding

B.V. R-Gen

ReGen Labs

Performance levels achieved:

Standard
Good
Better
Living
Regenerative

Place
Limits to Growth
Food
Habitat
Transportation

Water

Energy

Health + Happiness
Civilized Environment
Neighborhood Design
Biophilia
Resilient Connections

Materials
Material Plan
Embodied Energy & Carbon
Waste

Equity
Neighborhood & Access
Access to Nature
Access to Community Services
Investment

Beauty
Inspiration

Goals & Strategies:

Place

Food

Goals: Not defined.

Strategies: Aquaponics that recycle greywater and provide nutrients to food production, organic vertical farming located within the village.

Habitat

Goals: Not defined.

Strategies: Closed waste-to-resource loops, water purification, likely landscaping and stormwater retention ponds.

Transportation

Goals: Not defined.

Strategies: Within the village, there are no roads for cars. It is unclear how they will connect to the greater community.

Water

Water

Goals: Not defined.

Strategies: Landscaping for water retention, stormwater is collected. On-site treatment for water. Separation of greywater. Recycle water through aquaponics and greenhouses. Efficient appliances.

Energy

Energy

Goals: Net-positive energy production. 100% renewable energy.

Strategies: RegenVillages will be net-positive energy producers using renewable energy. Designed for off-grid capabilities. Employ a smart grid. Generate power through solar panels, biomass, geothermal, wind, and biogas from community waste.

Health + Happiness

Materials

Embodied Energy & Carbon

Goals: Not defined.

Strategies: Not reported.

Waste

Goals: Not defined.

Strategies: Greywater recycling, compost waste to energy. Buildings will be prefabricated and deconstructable. Designed to meet passive house standards.

Equity

Neighborhood & Access

Goals: Not defined.

Strategies: Walkable community. Biophilic design. Gardens, greenhouses attached to homes. Designed for high-end living.

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Sources: RegenVillages | UN Sustainable Development Report | InHabitat Coverage | Digital Trends Coverage

*Note: This case study was developed using found information.