Battmung

Battmung was founded to create a sustainable permaculture village in South Korea where young people can thrive and learn about permaculture design.

It seeks to ensure the survival of the village, which is at risk due to an ageing population. Through permaculture, Battmung aims to bring its village back to life. It offers a 72-hour Permaculture Design Course (PDC) to youth and those who go on to become active designers stay connected through the Battmung Friends group.

Since its founding in 2021, Battmung has:

  • Designed a 3,000-pyeong (approximately 2.5 acres) leaf field based on water flow and planted over 70 companion plants, working to restore the land with comfrey, clover, and native species.
  • Hosted a number of climate-conscious dining events inspired by permaculture restaurants in Berlin.
  • Been selected for the Ministry of Interior and Safety’s Youth Village Creation Support Project. Among 39 youth villages, Battmung was the only one focused on permaculture.
  • Engaged with 300 young people, created 5 jobs and collaborated with 20 local residents on a festival that attracted 10,000 visitors.

Recognising the importance of connecting people, Battmung also contributed to the founding of the Permaculture Institute of Korea (P.I.K) in 2023. Its goal is to organise its regional network and regenerate South Korea through permaculture, restoring soil, food chains, ecological awareness, and local economies.

  • Community, Food, Landscapes
  • 2025
  • Permaculture Magazine Award
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