Joseph R. Provey; Everett M. Barber A guide to solar energy. It covers the relevant technologies, including solar space and water heating, as well as photovoltaic electricity. It also covers different facets of planning, installing, operating... | Robert Inwood; Christian Bruyere;... Showcases homes and detailed, step-by-step building projects by non-professionals, along with their personal stories. |
Russel Gehrke New in the bestselling, wildly popular Evil Genius series, this book is filled with slightly wicked projects that reduce waste, recycle, and convert end-results into items of value to be... | Bea Johnson Living sustainably should not mean forfeiting either comfort or style. This title shows what green living looks like and offers a practical guide to diminishing our environmental footprints and improving... |
Sharon Astyk In the face of ecological and economic crises, living more simply, cost-effectively and gracefully may be the most urgent project of all. This title explores ways to save money and... | |
Janey Lee Grace Written by the author who became a kind of 'holistic spokesperson' for her life long passion of eco, and alternative health issues. | Melody Miller; Allison Tannery |
Michael Daniek If you want to introduce alternative power supplies around the home and garden or even live totally off-grid in your boat, caravan, or yurt and need a practical... | Dave Bonta; Stephen Snyder Authors Dave Bonta and Stephen Snyder of USA Solar Stores illustrate exceptional homes that are groundbreaking not only in their use of renewable energy but also in... |
Mike Berners-Lee Packed full of information yet always entertaining. From text messages and plastic bags to wars and volcanoes, How Bad Are Bananas? has the carbon answers we need. | Chip Haynes You have been wondering how to reduce your footprint, but are intimidated by the idea that nothing less than installing solar panels and going off the grid will work. This... |
Revamped 2nd edition of the popular Gap Year guide; in-depth destination overviews with suggested itineraries and maps; activity chapters detail volunteering and working overseas; essential info on pre-trip planning, health... | Anna Hess Organized by month - so whether it's January or June you'll find exciting, short projects that you can use to dip your toes into the vast ocean of homesteading without... |
Ben Law This definitive manual marks the birth of a new vernacular for the 21st century. Over 400 color photographs and step-by-step instructions guide you through the ... | Bruce Harley Suitable for those who want to save money by becoming more energy efficient, this title walks readers through the many alternative energy solutions that are doable and extremely efficient. It... |