The event features two esteemed speakers:

Kjetil Fallan

Ecological by Design: A History from Scandinavia:
Design is an Inevitable part of the Environmental problem, but also a Part of the Solution.
Discover the rich history of Scandinavian ecological design and how it has shaped sustainable practices today. Kjetil Fallan brings a deep understanding of design's role in ecological balance and cultural context.

Alfred Decker

12P Permaculture Design Consultancy: Traditional Knowledge and Modern Science
Explore the intersection of traditional wisdom and cutting-edge science in permaculture design. Alfred Decker offers practical insights into how these approaches create sustainable systems for the future.

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The event is free and open to everyone. Complimentary soup will be served. The FormBar will be open for the purchase of refreshments. We look forward to seeing you!

Program:
16:45: Doors open at KMD
17:00: Lecture Kjetil Fallan
18:00: Short Q&A
18:10: Break
18:30: Lecture Alfred Decker
19:30: Q&A and discussion
19:45: Time for social interaction and conversation. The bar will remain open.
20:30: KMD (and bar) closes.

About the speakers:

Kjetil Fallan
Professor of Design History, University of Oslo
Kjetil Fallan is a leading expert in design history, specializing in the intersections of design, ecology, and material culture. As a professor at the University of Oslo, his research explores how design shapes—and is shaped by—environmental and societal contexts. His acclaimed works, including Ecological by Design: A History from Scandinavia, highlight the role of design in addressing ecological challenges. Fallan brings valuable insights into the history and future of sustainable design practices.

Alfred Decker
Founder, 12P Permaculture Design Consultancy
Alfred Decker is an award-winning permaculture designer and one of Europe's leading educators in the field. Since completing his first Permaculture Design Course in 1998 in California, he has been actively involved in ecological and social justice movements across Europe and the Americas. As the founder of 12P Permaculture Design consultancy, Alfred integrates traditional knowledge with modern science to create sustainable systems. He also serves as the Education Coordinator for Permaculture for Refugees, reflecting his commitment to applying permaculture principles to address global challenges.