Home Energy

Whether you are planning to build, buy, or retrofit a home, this illuminating book takes you on a virtual tour of the home of the future. Award-winning author and respected housing expert Anna DeSimone lights the way for enjoying a home that is healthier, more comfortable, saves money, and reduces your carbon footprint.

You're a witch and your life is magical. Do you feel your home is a manifestation of your inner witch? The witch's home shouldn't be mundane and plain. It should be sacred, cozy, and Otherworldly! In this exciting new book from Otherworldly Oracle, writer Kitty Fields takes us on a witchy style "HGTV" mission to transform our homes from muggle to magical! In this practical witchcraft book for the hearth or cottage witch, we will explore: The home's physical and magical structure and ancient origins How to protect our homes with spells and charms Enchanting home décor themes Color magic and...

As men age, maintaining their fitness becomes increasingly important to ensure their overall health and well-being. However, traditional workout routines and exercises may not be suitable for men over 50, as they may have different fitness goals and physical limitations. That's where functional fitness comes in - a type of exercise that focuses on movements and activities that mimic everyday life, helping men over 50 to stay fit, active, and functional. "Functional Fitness for Men over 50" is the ultimate guide to why functional fitness is essential for men looking to regain their fitness ...

For beginners, this book explains what a passive solar house is (it is NOT the same as photovoltaic (PV) panels that produce electricity for your home), and how to design a home so that you can achieve up to 90% energy efficiency, reduce utility bills, and thereby save money from the time you move in, month after month, year after year, for the lifetime of the home. A passive solar home is SIMPLE: let the sunshine in through south-facing windows (solar south), keep the sun out in summer (properly designed house overhang), store solar gain in thermal mass (in the home's interior), and ...

Looking for a way to reduce your carbon footprint and live a more sustainable life? Look no further than Off-Grid Living, the comprehensive guide to living off the grid. In this essential eBook, you'll learn everything you need to know to make your off-grid dreams a reality. From assessing your energy needs to understanding the basics of solar, wind, biomass, hydro, and geothermal power, this book covers every aspect of off-grid living. With detailed instructions on installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, you'll be able to build and maintain your own energy system with confidence. ...

Are you ready to transform your home into an eco-friendly haven without sacrificing comfort, style, or breaking the bank? Eco-Friendly Home Design is your ultimate guide to creating a sustainable living space that’s not only better for the planet but also better for you. Inside this book, you’ll discover simple, practical strategies for every room in your home, helping you reduce your environmental footprint while enhancing your quality of life. From choosing sustainable materials and improving energy efficiency to adopting green cleaning practices and conserving water, this guide ...

Research shows that physical training in older adults enhances their mental and cognitive function while improving their psychological, emotional, and social well-being.

One of the best and most affordable strategies people can employ to combat global warming is to improve the energy and water efficiency of their homes. Energy Efficient Homes For Dummies provides homeowners with advice, tips, and projects to reduce costs, increase energy efficiency, and cut down on waste and pollution. After performing a do-it-yourself home energy audit, readers create an action plan based on their personal goals.

Many people don’t believe their own actions can make a difference when it comes to the health of our planet. The truth is that our daily thoughts, choices, actions, and habits are immensely powerful—especially when multiplied by millions of people. In this book, you’ll discover the actions you can take on the individual and household level that will help you become a part of the overall solution to help our planet.

Solar Power for Beginners uses stepwise instructions, tons of real-life examples, and various schematics that make your solar learning life easier. DIY Source authors have consulted with numerous mobile solar power DIYers, electrical and photovoltaics engineers, and off grid solar professionals to prepare a solar guide to power your adventures.

Looking to save money on your energy bills and help the planet at the same time? Look no further than Energy Efficiency, the ultimate guide to making your home more eco-friendly and financially savvy. With 16 comprehensive chapters, this eBook covers everything you need to know about energy usage, from evaluating your home's efficiency to financing options for energy-efficient upgrades. Starting with an introduction that explains why energy efficiency matters and how it can benefit your wallet and the planet, the book then dives into practical tips for understanding your energy use and ...

If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you! A recent CDC study found that less than one in four people get enough exercise. This is a very significant stat as physical exercise is hugely important in maintaining both physical and mental well-being. Without exercise, as we age we experience energy loss, stiffness, aches, and general weakness. These can be worsened if other medical issues come in to play, such as osteoporosis or arthritis. Combined, this can lead to loss of independence and a reduced quality of life.

Gain energy independence, access to electricity, or reduce the cost of diesel generators for your home or RV! Off-grid solar systems or self-sufficient power systems generate enough energy without having to tap into the grid by using solar panels and battery storage. If you live in an RV or van, solar panels can charge your home batteries so you can run AC appliances on the road without having to plug into an external power source. There are many guides out there about solar panel systems. Unfortunately, very often, these guides are incredibly technical and complicated to understand if you ...

Heating and cooling your home is generally your largest energy bill, costing more than fueling your car, but you can make big cuts in your heating and cooling costs while still staying comfortable. Learn how you can dramatically reduce your costs through projects some small and some large, many of which you can do yourself that will reduce what it takes to keep your home’s temperature where you want it. Learn what heating options are available today; including high efficiency gas and oil heating units, geothermal heat pumps, wood, outdoor wood boilers, coal, solar heating, wood pellets, ...

You don't have to be an expert to start a thriving, bountiful garden. Any basic guide can show you how. But if you want to figure out how to maximize your crop yield…know how to stretch your growing season beyond traditional limits…and even grow summer crops all year long…basic beginner’s guides won’t be of much help. After all, they’re only meant to cover the basics.

Mariel Hemingway's Healthy Living from the Inside Out is a revolutionary, individualized program that teaches us how looking and feeling great are just a few simple choices away. No more bossy diets or impossible exercise routines. Instead, Mariel divides healthy living into four foundational areas where we can isolate the issues we all face and start making the best decisions for our life.

There is a sheer amount of contradictory information online and plenty of random juice recipe books that don't clearly explain which ingredient to choose to achieve your personal goal… That’s why we crafted this book: to help you reach your goal.

In a world that often feels overwhelming and noisy, Soul Dreams invites you to pause, quiet your mind, and listen deeply. This thoughtfully crafted collection offers 44 poetic meditations, each one a gentle beacon illuminating the path of your soul. Whether you're searching for clarity, yearning for comfort, or simply hoping to reconnect with your inner light, open to any page and let the words meet you right where you are. The message meant for today will find you. Like a soft-spoken oracle, these heart-centered reflections carry you through landscapes of light, celestial realms, angelic ...

We can always create a life that is entwined with the natural world. A homestead is not a log cabin or a hermitage out in the woods—it is a way of being, a life lived with the intention of returning to our roots and tapping into the essential elements of fire, water, air, and earth. And a homesteading witch isn't just a person who lives atop a beautiful mountain, but anyone who understands that by harnessing and honoring these elements you can create whatever it is that you need. The Witchy Homestead is your guide to finding, creating, and living this essential magic.

This book will help you learn basic knowledge of Feng Shui and what color is the best for each room. At the end of the book, you'll be able to understand, arrange, and organize your home to create good energy.