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Welcome To ZERI

Zero Emissions Research & Initiatives (ZERI) is a global network of creative minds seeking solutions to world challenges. The common vision shared by the members of the ZERI family is to view waste as resource and seek solutions using nature's design principles as inspiration.

Future Vision of ZERI: 2005-2014

ZERI has spent 10 years in the field developing projects that demonstrate how we can do so much more with what nature provides, meeting the basic needs of all species in co-evolution with nature. After much trial and error and the influence of many scientists, entrepreneurs, and educators, ZERI offers a hopeful vision for the next 10 years.

Science: Learn more about the science behind ZERI including important insights into the 5 Kingdoms of Nature and the 5 Design Principles.

Projects: See the future of ZERI in action including the Gaviotas reforestation project in Colombia and Living Labs.

Education:  Find out more about ZERI's groundbreaking educational initiatives including the Masters Program at the University of Torino, Italy and a comprehensive curriculum implemented in Brazil.

 
What's New?

ZERI Training Program  You are invited to participate in a unique and empowering educational opportunity. This is the first time offered on the east coast. Course will be offered March 18-19, June 26-30, and August 14-18, 2006. Location: Modules 1 & 2: Madden Outdoor Education Center, Kent Cliffs, NY. Module 3: PNW BOCES, Yorktown Heights, NY. Download PDF invitation (140 KB).

Japanese researcher Dr. Masaru Emoto has made astonishing discoveries about water and how our thoughts and feelings affect physical reality. Read More...

ZERI has partnered with Politecnico di Torino in Italy to offer a Masters of Systems Design. The 2-year course will embrace a new business model of open industrial systems and be geared towards implementation. To find out more visit: www.systemsdesign.polito.it.

Reforestation: Learn how a community in Colombia is blazing new trail in the way we view sustainable development. Las Gaviotas is expanding their 8,000 hectare reforestation project to encompass 6.3 million hectares, creating jobs, revenue and improved environmental conditions. Learn more...