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WOFATI, an acronym coined by Paul Wheaton, stands for Woodland Oehler Freaky-cheap Annualized Thermal Inertia. It defines a type of earth-sheltered, passive building that blends affordability with energy efficiency. Inspired by the work of Mike Oehler, a pioneer of earth-sheltered building, WOFATI designs use locally sourced, natural materials, such as wood and earth, to minimize both cost and environmental impact. Central to the WOFATI concept is Annualized Thermal Inertia, which utilizes the surrounding earth as a thermal mass to moderate temperatures year-round. This means that the building stays warm in the winter by storing heat from the summer, and cool in the summer by retaining the coolness of the winter, greatly reducing the need for artificial heating and cooling. WOFATI structures typically have a large gable roof on the downhill side, and at least 35% of the uphill wall is made of glass or other light-transmitting material to maximize passive solar gain. WOFATI buildings are ideally situated on or near a woodland, emphasizing a harmonious integration with nature. Allerton Abbey, the first WOFATI, along with Wofati 0.8, are examples of this building style and can be found at Wheaton Labs.

"HUSP," an acronym for "Horticulture of the United States of Pocahontas," is a term coined by Paul Wheaton to explore a fictional scenario where Native American agricultural practices, similar to permaculture, dominated the United States. This concept envisions an alternate history where Pocahontas, depicted as a brilliant strategist, prevents European colonization, leading to the establishment of the United States of Pocahontas (USP). Within this fictional nation, agricultural practices prioritize respect for the Earth, rejecting destructive methods like plowing and the use of petroleum-based fertilizers and pesticides. HUSP speculates on the potential for superior agricultural output and societal well-being through these nature-centric methods. Wheaton uses the HUSP concept to inspire innovation and advancement within the existing permaculture community, aiming to accelerate progress towards more sustainable and effective food production systems. He proposes a collaborative project involving practitioners of various agricultural approaches, including permaculture, biodynamic, and native plant specialists, working on a 2000-acre plot divided into smaller chunks. This project aims to foster knowledge exchange and accelerate the development of HUSP principles in the real world.

The SKIP program, which stands for Skills to Inherit Property, is primarily facilitated through the online platform permies.com, a website dedicated to permaculture and sustainable living. Aspiring homesteaders, called "Skippers," engage with SKIP on permies.com by creating free accounts and choosing "Badge Bits" (BBs) to complete from the PEP (Permaculture Experience according to Paul) curriculum. These BBs are practical projects that demonstrate essential skills for sustainable living, and Skippers document their accomplishments by uploading photos and videos to permies.com. The documentation is then reviewed and verified by the permies.com community, ensuring quality and adherence to program standards. Skippers earn badges as they complete BBs, showcasing their progress and expertise in various skill areas. "Otis," the fictional representation of landowners seeking to pass on their properties, can then browse the profiles of Skippers on permies.com to find a suitable match. The permies.com forums provide a space for Skippers to connect, share experiences, and seek guidance, further supporting the SKIP program's community-driven approach.