Water Conservation

Are you ready to experience the simple, yet fulfilling lifestyle of homesteading in Tennessee? Look no further than "Tennessee Homesteading," the ultimate guide to creating a sustainable and self-sufficient homestead in the beautiful state of Tennessee. From finding and purchasing the perfect plot of land to raising livestock and preserving food, this comprehensive eBook covers it all. With 20 information-packed chapters, you'll learn everything from DIY home repairs and maintenance to natural pest control methods and renewable energy sources. Want to ensure a bountiful garden year-round? ...

Unlock the future of sustainable farming with "Mastering Hydroponics and Aquaponics," your ultimate guide to advancing your hydroponic and aquaponic systems. Whether you're a hobbyist seeking to refine your skills or a commercial grower aiming for excellence, this eBook is your comprehensive resource for innovation, productivity, and sustainable practices. Dive into the history and evolution of hydroponics and aquaponics, understanding the many benefits and challenges these systems present. Learn the precise components and tools needed to set up an efficient hydroponics system, harnessing ...

Unlock the secrets to maximized crop yields and sustainable agriculture with Efficient Irrigation. This comprehensive eBook is your ultimate guide to mastering water management in crop production. Dive into essential topics such as water conservation techniques, modern irrigation systems, and the dynamic relationship between soil, water, and plant life. Begin your journey with a solid foundation in the basics of water management and conservation, followed by an in-depth exploration of the critical soil-water-plant relationship. Gain a clear understanding of how soil properties affect water ...

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 ...

Dive into the riveting world of Sustainable Hydration! Embark on an enlightening journey through the intricate and essential world of water in our new eBook, Sustainable Hydration. Grasp the significance of water in our everyday lives, from our health to the environment, and empower yourself with knowledge that could change not just your life, but the world as well. Across 24 comprehensive chapters, Sustainable Hydration uncovers the complexities of our global water crisis, the environmental impacts of bottled water, and the underrated value of tap water. Discover the ins and outs of water ...

More than 70 percent of Earth is covered in water. Yet only about 3 percent of it is freshwater that people can use. Every year, parts of the world suffer through severe droughts, and millions of people don’t have easy access to clean drinking water. Why is there a shortage of clean and healthy water? Max Axion and the Society of Super Scientists travel around the world to learn the reasons behind the global water crisis. Young listeners can tag along to discover what causes water scarcity and find out ways they can help preserve this precious resource.

Immerse yourself in your urban oasis with "Green Thumbs, United Blocks," an eBook devoted to transforming concrete jungles into verdant paradises. Whether you are a seasoned urban gardener or a budding green enthusiast, this comprehensive guide will cultivate your know-how and kindle your passion for communal green spaces amidst the hustle and bustle of city life. Unlock the potential of urban community gardens through the insightful first chapter, "The Seed of Community," which delves into the social and sustainable foundations of urban gardening. Draw upon the wisdom compiled to breathe ...

Transform your living space into a personal haven of efficiency, creativity, and sustainability with "Empower Your Space," the ultimate guide to DIY projects for the modern homeowner. Immerse yourself in the gratification of crafting custom solutions that enhance your lifestyle and tread lightly on the planet. As your journey begins in the world of DIY, you'll grasp the essentials of crafting a mindset ready for transformation. Discover the crucial tools you need to start your projects and learn the best practices to ensure safety remains top priority. Our guide empowers you, chapter by ...

Bottled & Sold shows how water went from being a free natural resource to one of the most successful commercial products of the last 100 years - and why we are poorer for it. It's a big story and water is big business. Every second of every day in the United States, a thousand people buy a plastic bottle of water, and every second of every day a thousand more throw one of those bottles away. That adds up to more than 30 billion bottles a year and tens of billions of dollars of sales. Are there legitimate reasons to buy all those bottles?

Looking to start a homestead in the desert? Look no further than Homesteading in Arizona, the ultimate guide to sustainable living in arid climates. In this comprehensive eBook, you'll learn everything you need to know to establish and maintain a thriving homestead in the unforgiving terrain of Arizona. From preparing your land for the desert landscape to choosing the right crops and livestock, the information you'll find in these pages will help you succeed where others have failed. Chapter 1 introduces you to the arid terrain of Arizona and the unique challenges it presents to ...

Are you tired of depending on external sources for your water supply? Do you want to become more self-sufficient and create your own water supply system at home? Look no further than The Ultimate Guide to Self-Sufficient Water Supply! This eBook is the comprehensive and informative resource you need to harvest, filter, and store water for your home. Water is a precious resource that is becoming increasingly scarce in many parts of the world. By creating a self-sufficient water supply system at home, you can ensure a steady supply of clean water for your family while reducing your dependence...

Fights over the Green River's water, and what's going to happen to it in the future, are longstanding, intractable, and only getting worse as the West gets hotter and drier, and more people depend on the river with each passing year. As a former raft guide and an environmental reporter, Heather Hansman knew these fights were happening, but she felt driven to see them from a different perspective - from the river itself.

In Erin Brockovich’s long-awaited book — her first to reckon with conditions on our planet — she makes clear why we are in the trouble we’re in, and how, in large and practical ways, we each can take actions to bring about change. She shows us what's at stake, and writes of the fraudulent science that disguises these issues, along with cancer clusters not being reported. She writes of the saga of PG&E that continues to this day, and of the communities and people she has worked with who have helped to make an impact.

Discover the fascinating world of sustainable architecture and green design with "Sustainable Structures," your one-stop guide to the future of urban living. This groundbreaking new eBook dives deep into the art and science of integrating ecological principles into modern cityscapes, showcasing how innovative techniques and technologies are transforming the way we design, build, and live. "Sustainable Structures" takes you on an insightful journey through 20 comprehensive chapters, each dedicated to a crucial aspect of sustainable urban design. From the importance of nurturing healthy urban...

We owe it to the earth not to destroy it. It gives us so much to live that we have an obligation to give something back to it. The best thing that EVERYONE can do is to live without unnecessarily polluting the earth. Unfortunately, a good amount of pollution that individuals create every-day is totally unnecessary and fully avoidable. Yet they keep doing it because they are not aware of how they are pollution the earth by even small actions such as throwing away an otherwise usable blank paper into waste-basket. This book aims to create an awareness into areas where individuals can live ...

An exploration of water's power to heal us, inspire us, and offer us spiritual meaning. This is a feminist reimagining of the meaning of power through the lens of water. Easkey offers a range of wellness practices to encourage the listener to connect with water as healer, restoring a relationship of care.

Discover the Magic of Learning with Imani, Tommy, and Maya! Join three curious friends on an unforgettable STEM adventure that will inspire young readers to dream big and build amazing things! When Imani, Tommy, and Maya discover a magical typewriter, they're whisked away to a crystal world where they must work together to solve an engineering challenge that will save an entire valley. Perfect for Ages 6-9 Ideal for Independent Reading & Read-Alouds What Makes This Book Special: • STEM Learning Made Fun - Children discover engineering concepts, problem-solving, and teamwork through ...

Veteran journalist Peter Annin shows that wastewater has become a surprising weapon in America's war against water scarcity. Annin probes deep into the water reuse movement in five water-strapped states—California, Texas, Virginia, Nevada, and Florida. He drinks beer made from purified sewage, visits communities where purified sewage came to the rescue, and examines how one of the nation's largest wastewater plants hopes to recycle one hundred percent of its wastewater by 2035.

Humans take more than their geological share of water, but they do not benefit from it equally. This imbalance has created an era of intense water scarcity that affects the security of individuals, states, and the global economy. For many, this brazen water grab and the social inequalities it produces reflect the lack of a coherent philosophy connecting people to the planet. Challenging this view, Jeremy Schmidt shows how water was made a “resource” that linked geology, politics, and culture to American institutions.

The Ogallala aquifer has nourished life on the American Great Plains for millennia. But less than a century of unsustainable irrigation farming has taxed much of the aquifer beyond repair. The imminent depletion of the Ogallala and other aquifers around the world is a defining planetary crisis of our times. Running Out offers a uniquely personal account of aquifer depletion and the deeper layers through which it gains meaning and force.