Sustainable House

The green-building movement has produced hundreds of "how-to" books and websites that are filled with tips about green building and what homeowners should do to go green. While helpful and informative, when it comes to making actual purchasing and installation decisions, these books do not make it any easier for a homeowner to prioritize against a budget. Here, Melisssa Rappaport Schifman shares her knowledge and experience for others to use in their journey toward a greener way of living.

Introducing "Paint Your Way to Success" - the ultimate guide to launching and growing your own eco-friendly house painting business! With a focus on sustainability and excellence, this eBook provides a comprehensive roadmap for embracing the green revolution within the home improvement industry. Step by step, you'll learn how to build and operate a successful, environment-friendly painting business that sets you apart from the competition. Discover the secrets behind finding your unique market value, as you dive into the world of eco-friendly and sustainable painting solutions. "Paint Your ...

Sustainable investing is booming. The investment industry is fast approaching a point where one-third of global assets under management are invested with a sustainable objective. But do sustainable investment products do what investors expect them to do? How can an investor tell if their investments are having the social impact they want? Larry Swedroe and Sam Adams cut through the fog and bring clarity on all of this and more - providing investors with a firm plan for truly sustainable investing.

Are you looking to start your own sustainable garden but don't know where to begin? Are you interested in incorporating environmentally-friendly practices into your gardening routine? Look no further than The Sustainable Greenhouse, the ultimate guide to building and maintaining your own geodesic dome greenhouse. This comprehensive eBook covers everything from the science and history of geodesic domes to the step-by-step construction guide. You will learn how to analyze the climate, choose suitable materials, and manage soil composition and fertility for optimal plant growth. Discover water...

Discover the ultimate guide to raising backyard quail, perfect for beginners and seasoned urban farmers alike! If you’re seeking a rewarding path toward sustainable living, look no further. Raising Backyard Quail for Beginners shows you how these compact, hardy birds can transform even the tiniest backyard into a thriving ecosystem.

In this two-manuscripts-in-one audiobook, you will learn how to identify the driving ethos of permaculture and its powerful tenets and principles. You'll discover how to practice and incorporate permaculture into your live by learning how to transform common waste products into compost and more. Part two will teach you the basics of solar energy, including the benefits and disadvantages, how a solar panel functions, how to implement DIY solar projects, and more.

Tiny House Living: A Comprehensive Guide to Downsizing, Designing, and Living in Tiny Homes" is your essential guide to embracing a life less ordinary. This book navigates you through the entire process of transitioning into a tiny home, from making the decision to downsize, to designing a functional and comfortable space, and finally, to thriving in your new lifestyle. This comprehensive guide not only addresses the practical aspects of tiny house living but also delves into the philosophy behind it. It explores the freedom that comes with minimalism, the joy of lower living costs, the ...

Unlock the full potential of your urban living space with Build Your Dream Greenhouse, the ultimate guide for crafting a verdant oasis amidst the hustle and bustle of city life. This comprehensive eBook walks you through everything you need to know to design, build, and maintain a small-scale greenhouse tailored to your urban environment. Ever dreamed of picking fresh herbs, fruits, and vegetables right from your backyard? The journey begins with Chapter 1, where you'll explore the myriad benefits of urban greenhouses. Learn about different types of greenhouses and navigate the maze of ...

We are exhausted. There's so much to do, and way too much to buy. Whether it's through late night TV ads, social media, or other sources of influence, we seem to be addicted to buying and then storing things. Sometimes we consume with no regret and other times we realize that we're doing more harm than good to our wallets and our homes. It's a constant cycle - one that many are longing to break. Who wants their hard-earned money to go toward something that soon ends up in a landfill?

What if there was a way of eating that may help us live healthier for longer and protect the future of our planet, too? The good news is that evidence now shows a plant-based diet may offer us exactly that – and straight-talking nutritionist Simon Hill has done the hard work translating the science into actionable advice for everyday life. Before transitioning to a plant-based diet Simon held many of the common misconceptions.

Permaculture is the gardening and farming roadmap of the future. It teaches you to work with nature so that the Earth will be your ally, not your foe. It’s a must-have for every person concerned about the environment and sustainable living. It contains valuable lessons and strategies critical for the future of life on Earth.

Ecologist Mark Easter offers a detailed picture of the impact the foods you love have on the earth. Organized by the ingredients of a typical dinner party, including seafood, salad, bread, chicken, steak, potatoes, and fruit pie with ice cream, each chapter examines the food through the lens of the climate crisis. Gathered like guests around the table, here are the stories of these foods: the soil that grew the lettuce, the farmers and ranchers and orchardists who steward the land, the dairy and farm workers and grocers who labor to bring it to the table.

Most people who are considering off grid living, are those who are wanting to escape the stress and busyness of city life, and enjoy the peace and tranquility of country living. Owning your own property, and providing for your needs with self-sufficiency projects sounds wonderful and fun, but what are the most important self-sufficiency/survival projects, and how do you accomplish them? That is where this book will help.

Do you dream of walking through your own kitchen garden with baskets full of delicious food you grew yourself? But are you waiting to begin because you think you don't have enough space, sun, time, or experience? Then consider this: Plants want to grow. And when you match a plant's needs to your own resources, you're just one step away from success in the kitchen garden. Nicole Johnsey Burke—founder of Gardenary, Inc., and author of Kitchen Garden Revival—is your expert guide for growing your own fresh, organic food every day of the year, no matter where you grow.

Climate models show that global crop production will decline every decade for the rest of this century due to drought, heat, and flooding. Water supplies are in jeopardy. Meanwhile, the world’s population is expected to grow another 30 percent by midcentury. So how, really, will we feed nine billion people sustainably in the coming decades? Amanda Little, a professor at Vanderbilt University and an award-winning journalist, spent three years traveling through a dozen countries and as many US states in search of answers to this question.

Written for novice and experienced DIY enthusiasts, this is an A-to-Z guide to ensure your success in turning a plain shipping container into a beautiful home.

Imagine a world in which corporations such as Costco, Nike, BP, and countless others are forming partnerships with environmental and social justice organizations to ensure better stewardship of the earth and better livelihoods in the developing world. Now, stop imagining - that world is already emerging.

Here's what you'll learn from this book about Eco-Friendly Wattle and Daub Houses. 1. Historical Significance and Cultural Heritage Delve into the rich history and cultural heritage of wattle and daub houses, learning how ancient techniques have stood the test of time and continue to inspire modern sustainable living. 2. Eco-Friendly Building Materials Discover the environmental benefits of using natural, locally-sourced materials such as wood, clay, and straw, and how they contribute to reducing the carbon footprint of your home. 4. Energy Efficiency Learn how wattle and daub houses ...

Lucía Moreno te invita a cambiar de hábitos y de estilo de vida a través de información reveladora para que protejas a tu familia, tu hogar y el planeta. Con gran amenidad y una investigación extraordinaria te invita a identificar las substancias tóxicas que vienen en los productos que compras en línea, en tiendas y supermercados, y que acechan para acabar con tu salud y la de tus seres queridos; revela qué hay detrás del greenwashing y te invita a tomar conciencia sobre el daño severo que ocasionamos al medio ambiente por desconocimiento o indiferencia.

In this Tiny House: A Beginner's Guide to Minimalist Living, Building Your Small Home Guide, you'll learn all that you need to know about minimalist living and the tiny house movement. You'll find out how to get started on building your tiny home, frequently asked questions, and even whether or not you should hire a professional to build your tiny home. Tiny House: A Beginner's Guide to Minimalist Living, Building Your Small Home Guide will provide valuable resources on what supplies you'll need, where to buy tiny home kits, and where to find free tiny house plans. With helpful suggestions about how to get started and what material options you have, this guide will teach you everything you need to know to get started building your tiny home within your budget today.