Sustainable Home

In How to Be Alive, Beavan shares his insights on finding the path that's right for you. Drawing on everything from classic literature and philosophy to current science, and combining that with his own experiences alongside those of the many people he has met along the way, Colin explores a broad array of transformational lifestyle adjustments - small and large - that offer security and meaning in a world confronted by ecological crises, economic upheaval, and ongoing war and social injustice.

At the close of the twentieth century, corporate capitalism extended its reach over the globe. While its defenders argue that globalization is the only way forward for modern, democratic societies, the spread of this system is failing to meet even the most basic needs of billions of individuals around the world. Moreover, the entrenchment of this free market system is undermining the foundations of healthy societies, caring communities, and personal wellbeing.

A lot of famous and successful people are embracing the life of a homesteader. Homesteading has become a catharsis for people who finally want to live the life of a producer rather than a mere consumer. Thousands of people all over the globe have decided to say “yes” to gardening and domesticating animals. But, are you uncertain and hesitant to take the step? If so, then you’ve come to the right place. You see, homesteading doesn’t have to be difficult.

Unlock the secrets to transforming kitchen scraps into garden gold with Advanced Composter Designs, your ultimate guide to vermicomposting. This comprehensive eBook dives deep into the art and science of using worms to create nutrient-rich compost, perfect for both novice gardeners and seasoned composting enthusiasts. Begin your journey with an insightful introduction to vermicomposting systems, where you'll discover the unique benefits worms bring to the table compared to traditional composting methods. Learn how to select the right worms, source them efficiently, and introduce them to ...

A guilty liberal finally snaps, swears off plastic, goes organic, becomes a bicycle nut, turns off his power, and generally becomes a tree-hugging lunatic who tries to save the polar bears and the rest of the planet from environmental catastrophe while dragging his baby daughter and Prada-wearing, Four Seasons-loving wife along for the ride. And that's just the beginning.

Imagine cultivating enough food to slash your grocery shopping in half—all in less than an hour a day in your own backyard. Sounds impossible, right? Marjory Wildcraft says it's not: She's been homesteading for almost twenty years and founded The Grow Network to teach hundreds of thousands of others—some with very little space or time, some city dwellers with rooftop gardens—how to do the same, from gardening, to raising chickens, to composting, to medicine-making.

Discover the freedom of off-grid living—sustainably power your home and life, even if you've never stepped off the grid before! Are you drawn to the idea of cutting ties with traditional utilities, yet feel overwhelmed by where to start? Do you want to live a life more aligned with nature and sustainability, but doubt your skills or budget?Are you worried about the complexities and unpredictabilities of living off-grid, longing for an easy, practical guide?

Introducing the ultimate guide for modern homesteaders!Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started, this eBook will help you identify technology opportunities to streamline your homesteading journey. With chapters covering everything from sustainable energy solutions and intelligent water management, to DIY raspberry pi systems and connected gardening strategies, you'll have all the tools you need to succeed. Discover how to use the internet for homesteading research and education, set up your homesteading laboratory, and design and build greenhouses and high tunnels using the ...

Wildfire Resilience: Protecting Communities, Homes, and Businesses in an Era of Climate Change is an urgent and indispensable guide for navigating a world increasingly shaped by the forces of nature. This comprehensive ebook dives deep into the multifaceted challenges posed by wildfires, offering practical, actionable strategies to safeguard what matters most—your home, your business, your community, and the environment we all share. A Beacon of Hope in an Age of Escalating Wildfire Risk As climate change intensifies, wildfires are no longer confined to remote forests; they are impacting ...

Every person living off the grid has a common goal of being self-sufficient. Raising farm animals is a great first step toward that self-reliance, but which animals do you need? This book is specifically designed to answer that question. With the knowledge you will gain from this book, you will be able to plan and prepare effectively and efficiently. You will learn which animals will best meet your needs for milk, meat, eggs, and fiber, and you will learn how to properly care for them and manage their products.

A graceful, inspired memoir about building a home from scratch and discovering a true sense of self - in just eighty-four square feet - by Dee Williams, a pioneer in sustainable living and the proud owner of a very tiny house. Discovering the sustainability movement and building her own house was just the beginning of building a new life. Williams can now list everything she owns on one sheet of paper, her monthly bills amount to about eight dollars, and it takes her ten minutes to clean the entire house.

Nature’s Clean: The Homesteader’s Guide to Eco-Friendly Cleaning with Vinegar By Tracey Glenn Discover the power of nature’s most versatile cleaning agent—vinegar—and transform your home into a toxin-free, sustainable sanctuary. In Nature’s Clean, homesteading expert Tracey Glenn guides you through the art of natural cleaning, showing how simple ingredients from your pantry and garden can replace harmful chemicals and expensive commercial products. Whether you're a seasoned homesteader or just starting your journey to greener living, this comprehensive guide covers everything ...

Are your plants wilting despite your efforts? Struggling with pests and diseases? Looking for low-maintenance plants but don't know where to start? Transform your home into a vibrant, green oasis with thriving houseplants. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, this audiobook will guide you every step of the way.

Most eco-friendly books start with terror-inducing lists of the carcinogenic chemicals you are liberally slathering all over every single surface in your house, painting most people as unwitting eco-villains, happily Lysol-ing their way straight to hell. Well, listeners can just relax and unpack the (plastic) bags - no guilt trips today! All You Need Is Less is about realistically adopting an eco-friendly lifestyle without either losing your mind from soul-destroying guilt or becoming a preachy know-it-all whom everyone loathes.

Building Your Permaculture Property offers a revolutionary holistic method to overcome overwhelm in the complex process of resilient land design. It distills the authors' decades of experience as engineers, farmers, educators, and consultants into a five-step process complete with principles, practices, templates, and workflow tools.

It doesn't matter if you have zero green thumbs or live in the middle of a big city. With How to Grow Your Own Food, you will have all the info you need to start gardening at home. How to Grow Your Own Food is the perfect book for anyone new to gardening or who has tried and failed in the past. It takes you from beginner steps through mastering advanced techniques. This book will guide you through your entire journey, from setting up your garden to tending and harvesting.

Looking for a way to achieve financial freedom while living a simpler, more fulfilling lifestyle? Look no further than Homesteading Your Way to Financial Freedom - the ultimate guide to the homesteading lifestyle and the financial benefits associated with it. In this comprehensive eBook, you'll discover how homesteading can help you downsize your life, reduce your debt, grow your own food, raise livestock, craft and sell homestead creations, generate income from your property, and even go off-grid with renewable energy sources. From alternative dwellings to homeschooling, this book covers ...

You’re not alone. Every beginner faces challenges, but with the right knowledge, success is within reach. Welcome to the world of Companion Planting—a natural, cost-effective way to maximize your garden’s potential!

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.

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned gardener, cacti and succulents are the most rewarding plants you can add to your garden. They’re low maintenance, and they’ll add a unique aesthetic to any indoor or outdoor space with adequate care.