Whether it's rewetting moors, permaculture in your own garden, or using regional building materials: we show how ecological projects can succeed in concrete terms and sustainably transform landscapes.
We are a team of landscape planners, biologists, and environmental educators. Together, we develop projects that combine ecological responsibility with modern design. Our focus is on regional cycles, promoting biodiversity, and creating spaces that enrich both people and nature.
Every project begins with a thorough inventory: soil composition, water balance, existing species. Based on this, we develop concepts that strengthen natural processes and are sustainable in the long term. We work with native plants, avoid peat, and rely on rainwater management.
In workshops and excursions, we show how permaculture works in your own garden or how to create a natural pond. Our goal is to empower people to take action themselves – with simple means and without ideological blinders.
Whether it's clay plaster from the neighboring municipality or wood from the city forest – we prefer building materials that are locally available and have a low CO₂ footprint. This not only strengthens the regional economy but also creates buildings with a healthy indoor climate.
We accompany the rewetting of moors, the creation of flowering strips, and the renaturation of streams. These projects are often small-scale, but in their sum, they are crucial for preserving biodiversity. Every square meter counts.
From the first idea to an established platform for sustainable projects – the key stages of our work.
The starting point was the observation that many local renaturation projects fail due to a lack of visibility and networking. The first sketch of a digital platform was created.
Together with two municipalities in Upper Austria, we started the first two mappings of wetlands. The collected data formed the basis for later renaturation plans.
After a year of development, the first version of NaturImpuls went online. It offered a map with ongoing projects, a blog, and a simple contact form for interested parties.
The number of registered users rose to over 500. In parallel, the first workshops on permaculture and sustainable building were offered, which met with great response.
The project "Moorwiedervernässung im Alpenvorland" received the state award for biodiversity. This brought not only recognition but also new funding for further projects.
With the inclusion of three new partner organizations from Germany and Switzerland, the scope of action expanded. The platform was supplemented with a project exchange and a forum.
Answers about our projects, collaboration, and sustainable measures in nature and landscape conservation.
First, a survey of the area is conducted: soil samples, water balance, and existing species are recorded. Then we create an action plan, which often includes rewetting, removal of neophytes, and planting of site-typical woody plants. Implementation is carried out in coordination with local authorities and volunteers. After completion, we monitor the area for at least three years with regular checks.
Yes, we welcome suggestions from the public. Send us a brief description of the location and the desired measure by email to info@astralacre.com. We will check the feasibility and get back to you within two weeks. Areas that are already protected or adjacent to existing biotopes are particularly promising.
We recommend native wild perennials such as wild carrot, oxeye daisy, bellflower, and yarrow. They provide food for insects and are easy to care for. For moist locations, marsh marigold and purple loosestrife are suitable; for dry areas, thyme and sea thrift. Avoid double flowers as they do not produce pollen. We are happy to provide a list of sources for regional wild plants upon request.
Our work is supported by grants from environmental foundations, donations, and occasional public subsidies. A small portion of the income comes from consulting services for municipalities and companies. We value transparent use of funds and publish an annual impact report that discloses all income and expenses.
The initial site visit and a non-binding discussion are free of charge. For detailed planning including soil analysis and plant list, we charge a flat fee based on the size of the area. For non-profit projects or initiatives with a limited budget, we often find an individual solution. Just contact us.