ZiM values sobriety, autonomy, coherence
1) Energy viewed as a system
Permaculture, as practised and taught by ZiM, takes a holistic approach: think globally, act locally, and design resilient systems tailored to actual needs. This logic also applies to energy: first reduce demand (sobriety), then cover what remains with renewable and sustainable solutions.
2) Towards concrete energy autonomy
In his thesis, Marc Zischka explicitly links autonomy and technical choices: the goal is to be ‘practically energy independent’ through a combination of passive solar, wood, solar thermal and photovoltaic energy. Self-build, wild living and local energy production are key elements of this trajectory.
3) Responsible DJing = energy + digital sobriety
The choice of Mixxx (open source) and the use of older computers fits into this same logic: reducing the footprint (hardware and software), moving away from forced renewal, and favouring repairability/adaptability.
The use of 100% renewable energy and a solar sound system ensures energy consistency and is part of the artistic identity.