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Why 70% Forest Cover Is Key to Sustainable Cities

In this Q&A, Geoff explains why 70% forest cover within human settlements is a game-changer. From maximising food per square meter to reconnecting urban areas with surrounding forest ecosystems, this is a blueprint for stable, resilient, and abundant communities. This video is taken from Geoff’s 2019 Online Permaculture Design Course, which includes weekly Q&A sessions where he answers student questions. Learn more about Geoff’s courses and start seeing your landscape differently at: https://www.discoverpermaculture.com Key Takeaways: Urban agriculture is most efficient when highly diverse and grown close to where it’s consumed. Perimeter urban agriculture and rangeland systems optimize space and energy use. Only 4–6% of land is needed for equivalent food production compared to industrial agriculture. Integrating forests into human settlements stabilizes ecosystems and passes knowledge across generations. Industrial-scale agriculture is often inefficient and environmentally costly. Restoring land to wilderness or forest repair can moderate climate, water, and ecosystem health. Humanity can now design extremely diverse, resilient systems that surpass historical norms. To support us in creating more videos: ► Like us on Facebook:   / geofflawtononline   ► Follow us on Instagram:   / geofflawtononline   ► Subscribe on YouTube:    / @discoverpermaculture   ► And most importantly, enjoy your permaculture journey! About Geoff: Geoff is a world-renowned permaculture consultant, designer and teacher who has established demonstration sites in many of the world’s major climates. He’s dedicated his life to sharing permaculture design and inspiring people to care for the earth, care for each other and return the surplus. About Permaculture: Permaculture weaves land, resources, people and the environment into a single, supportive system. It mirrors how nature works—no waste, no shortcuts, just smart relationships. The tools are wide-ranging: water harvesting, soil building, energy systems, forestry, natural building, aquaculture, appropriate technology, community development and more. Whether you’re on acreage or in an apartment, these principles scale beautifully. #permaculture #urbanforestry #sustainablecities #regenerativeagriculture #foodforests #forestcover #ecosystemdesign #resilientcities #biodiversity