Permaculture is nothing but permanent agriculture. The concept features consciously designed landscapes, which mimic the patterns and relationships found in nature, while yielding an abundance of food, fiber, and energy for provision of local needs. Permaculture emphasizes designing a sustainable socio-ecological land-use system. Three basic ethical norms are considered when designing and managing permaculture systems: (i) care for the Earth (ii) care for people, and (iii) set limits to consumption and reproduction and redistribute the surplus!
Source: Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW)