Sustainable House

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 ...

Mini Farming describes a holistic approach to small-area farming that will show you how to produce 85 percent of an average family's food on just a quarter acre - and earn $10,000 in cash annually while spending less than half the time that an ordinary job would require.

Discover the exciting and sustainable world of hoop house gardening with "Hoop Houses The Ultimate Guide to Season Extension and Small-Scale Growing!" This comprehensive new eBook is your one-stop resource to mastering the art of hoop house cultivation and unlocking the potential for year-round harvests. Dive into the intricacies of hoop house gardening as you explore essential topics such as site selection, materials, construction, and maintenance. Created with the small-scale grower in mind, this guide goes beyond the basics, delving into the science of microclimates and the power of ...

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.

In Zero Waste Home, Bea Johnson shares the story of how she simplified her life by reducing her waste. Today, Bea, her husband, Scott, and their two young sons produce just one quart of garbage a year, and their overall quality of life has changed for the better. They now have more time together, they've cut their annual spending by a remarkable 40 percent, and they are healthier than they've ever been.

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 ...

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.

A natural history of the wilderness in our homes, from the microbes in our showers to the crickets in our basements Even when the floors are sparkling clean and the house seems silent, our domestic domain is wild beyond imagination. In Never Home Alone, biologist Rob Dunn introduces us to the nearly 200,000 species living with us in our own homes, from the Egyptian meal moths in our cupboards and camel crickets in our basements to the lactobacillus lounging on our kitchen counters. You are not alone.

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?

In Clean Mama's Guide to a Healthy Home, Becky Rapinchuk, author of Simply Clean and creator of the popular cleaning website Clean Mama, provides a step-by-step guide to take charge of your home's wellness with a comprehensive, all-natural cleaning system.

Discover the revolutionary world of hydroponics and transform your gardening with Hydroponics in the Greenhouse. Dive into soil-free gardening and reap the rewards of higher yields, faster growth, and the satisfaction of cultivating thriving plants year-round, all within the controlled environment of a greenhouse. This comprehensive guide begins with an introduction to hydroponic gardening, covering everything from the fundamentals of soil-free cultivation to the unique advantages of greenhouse growing. Learn how to select the perfect location and design the ideal layout for your hydroponic...

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.

Introducing "Silent Partners" — an enthralling eBook that brings you face-to-face with the incredible world of bats and their pivotal role in fostering a sustainable agricultural ecosystem. This captivating read unravels the fascinating story of how bats, despite their enigmatic nature, work tirelessly behind the scenes as unsung heroes of the natural world. "Silent Partners" is meticulously curated across 20 comprehensive chapters, delving deeply into the secret lives and unparalleled contribution of bats to our environment, agricultural landscape, and ultimately, our lives. Encompassing...

Discover how to cultivate a thriving garden - even if you have no space or experience. Convinced you've got two brown thumbs? Absolutely certain that gardening is a skill you're either born with or you’re not? Think again. Gardening usually conjures up images of sprawling backyards and hours of weeding, tending and harvesting - a hobby that's only available to those who have the time and space to spare. In today's world, that couldn't be farther from the truth. In fact, it’s easier and more accessible to get started with gardening than it’s ever been before.

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.

Discover how your dream of affordable, stylish, open-concept, sustainable living can become a reality, no matter your budget! The dream of creating a personalized space often feels out of reach for many, with traditional home-building routes presenting a maze of expensive choices, overwhelming legal requirements, and endless design decisions. Did you know? An estimated 1,000 new barndos are built every year in North America. See how many people are jumping into this movement?

Using the latest evidence and research in wellbeing and Biophilic Design, learn how to transform every space in your home to create a restorative and nurturing environment. Discover the many benefits of connecting to nature, maximising natural light, improving air quality, and the right way to add colour, texture, and pattern to create spaces that improve relaxation, recuperation, social connections, and sleep.

Discover the hidden power of subterranean gardening with "The Subterranean Greenhouse"! This innovative eBook unveils the secrets to successful underground gardening techniques that are perfect for sustainability enthusiasts, urban gardeners, and those looking to unlock the full potential of their backyard. Dive into 25 comprehensive chapters that illuminate every aspect of setting up, maintaining, and thriving with your very own subterranean greenhouse. Start by learning about the unique benefits of subterranean gardening, from climate control to increased crop yield. Then, let this eBook ...

3 BOOK BUNDLE! Book 1: Tiny House Living And Loving It: 50 Creative Ways To Maximize Your Small Living Space, Declutter And Get Organized Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn... Separating the Trash From the Treasures Decluttering How to Get Organized How to Arrange Your Furniture How to Use the Space You Have! Helpful Hints Making it Happen! Much, much more! Book 2: Preppers Guide for Busy People: 50 Quick And Easy Tips To Prepare Your Home For A Disaster In This Book You Will Learn... How to Prepare for Outside Damage How to Prepare for Natural Disasters How to Prepare for Appliance ...

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.