Showing titles in Sustainable & Green Living

Stressing the importance of sustainable and environmentally friendly farming practices, farmer Kelly Klober provides expert advice on making any size hog operation more efficient and profitable in Storey’s Guide to Raising Pigs. The most comprehensive book available on the topic, this fourth edition features the most up-to-date practices, illustrated with color photography. Both beginners and experienced farmers will find all the information they need to select, house, care for, breed, and butcher pigs, along with marketing advice.

In his first all-new book in 15 years, Eliot Coleman returns organic farming to its ethical roots, exploring the very soul of organic growing. In The Self-Fed Farm and Garden, he presents the organic method as a self-sustaining system rooted in soil health care and shows listeners how they can shift to a self-fed model that continually recharges the soil with organic matter, thus allowing the soil food web to provide all the nutrients crops need for healthy growth and excellent yields.

For more than three decades, Shawn and Beth Dougherty have honed their frugal methods for managing a small-scale farmstead on marginal land. In One-Cow Revolution, they share their wisdom and affection for the blessing that is the human-dairy cow partnership, addressing key questions with clear answers for those who have just moved back to the land (or are still planning and dreaming).

“Part essay collection, part gardening guide, The Heirloom Gardener encourages readers to embrace heirloom seeds and traditions, serving as a well-needed reminder to slow down and reconnect with nature.” —Modern Farmer Modern life is a cornucopia of technological wonders. But is something...

Step into the world of homesteading with author Alex Broome, a seasoned expert in sustainable living. With his wealth of knowledge and practical wisdom, he will guide you through every aspect of backyard homesteading, from planning and designing your space to cultivating a diverse array of fruits, vegetables, and herbs.

Discover the secrets to a self-sustaining and rewarding life with the "Essential Homesteading Primer Bundle." This 2-in-1 audiobook collection combines "The First-Time Homesteader" and "The Backyard Homestead Bible" to provide you with a comprehensive guide to thriving in your own homestead. Whether you're a first-time homesteader or an experienced one looking to expand your knowledge, this bundle is your key to mastering the essential skills and principles needed for a fulfilling and self-reliant homesteading lifestyle.

Embark on a transformative journey from the hustle and bustle of modern life to the serenity of self-sufficiency. Whether you dream of cultivating your own food, embracing sustainable living, or seeking a deeper connection with nature, this audiobook is your essential guide. Explore the joys of harvesting your first homegrown vegetables, the satisfaction of gathering fresh eggs from your own flock, and the profound sense of accomplishment that comes with building your own self-sufficient haven.

Clean body, clean home, clean spirit! This philosophy is the inspiration that Lisa Bronner—granddaughter of Dr. Emmanuel Bronner—carries with her as a mother, homeowner, and company spokesperson for Dr. Bronner's. Since the company was founded more than seventy-five years ago, it has been a trailblazer in the natural cleaning community thanks to its quality products and strong dedication to care for consumers and the planet. Now Soap & Soul imparts the secrets you'll want for cleaning your home, body, and mind the Dr. Bronner's way.

Die Mini-PV-Anlage als Balkonkraftwerk: Ein Leitfaden, der keine Fragen offen lässt. Wer ein Balkonkraftwerk kaufen möchte, sollte sich informieren, auch um Überraschungen zu vermeiden. Dieser Leitfaden liefert eine fundierte Entscheidungsgrundlage. Viele Detailfragen zu Anschaffung, Installation und Rentabilität werden genauso geklärt wie die Frage, welchen Beitrag eine leistungsbegrenzte Anlage zum großen politischen Ziel des Klimaschutzes beitragen kann. Das Buch ist eine Pflichtlektüre für kosten- und umweltbewusste Ratsuchende.

Este é um audiolivro de agricultura para filósofos e um audiolivro de filosofia para agricultores. Como nenhum de nós pode se abster de pensar ou de comer, todos deveríamos ser filósofos e agricultores em alguma medida. Sintropia é a tendência expressa pela vida de acumular e organizar energia, ou seja, uma força complementar à entropia.

Le ultime scoperte scientifiche dimostrano che ciò che vediamo attorno a noi è solo una minima parte di ciò che esiste: questo vale anche per la nostra casa. Caterina Locati ci accompagna alla scoperta della vita segreta delle case, una vita che corre parallela alla nostra e la condiziona in ogni istante, senza che ne siamo consapevoli. Un viaggio per imparare a conoscere la nostra abitazione da punti di vista nuovi, intriganti, provocatori.

Recycling is a simple action we can take that has an immediate positive effect. It keeps waste out of landfills, conserves natural resources, prevents pollution, and saves energy. But recycling isn't always straightforward. With so many different rules, it can be tough to understand. If you're worried that you're not recycling properly, or wondering whether you could be recycling more, this is the book for you. Recycling For Dummies cuts through the confusion around what you can and can't recycle. This manual breaks down recycling codes, symbols, and rules in a straightforward way.

Upcycling Furniture For Dummies shows you how to revitalize old furniture, with just a little effort and imagination, and maybe a few coats of fresh paint. Upcycling furniture is affordable, good for the environment, and a whole lot of fun! This easy step-by-step guide shows you how to get creative and put your own unique flair on your designs. You'll gain the knowledge and confidence you need to select items that are worth transforming or restoring and learn specific techniques to give old pieces a new lease on life.

Svend Brinkmanns nye bog handling om tænkning – om det at leve et tankefuldt liv. Han argumenterer for, at tænkning giver mennesker en dyb glæde, fordi det at tænke er noget af det væsentligste, man kan gøre, og noget af det mest menneskelige, der findes. Men tankefuldheden har trange kår i den moderne verden. Derfor har vi grund til at lære os at tænke dybt, kritisk og selvstændigt igen. Så vidt vi ved, er mennesket det eneste væsen på denne jord, der kan tænke.

Come si diventa contadini digitali? Che fine faranno i valori della tradizione nel futuro che è già cominciato? Ma soprattutto qual è il segreto di quei pomodori perini dal gusto insuperabile? E ancora, è possibile vivere in modo sostenibile senza decrescere? Questo e altro trovate nel libro che avete tra le mani. Più che un manuale di orticoltura, il racconto di un colpo di fulmine lungo una vita: l'amore per la fattoria domestica che Matt the Farmer descrive ogni giorno agli oltre 230.000 iscritti al suo canale YouTube.

Le Corbusier famously said, "A house is a machine for living in." We now confront the litany of environmental challenges associated with the legacy of the architectural machine: a changing climate, massive species die-off, diminished air and water quality, and resource scarcities. Brook Muller offers an alternative: water-centric urban design that fosters sustainability, equity, and architectural creativity.

For Kathi Lipp and her husband, Roger, buying a house in one of the most remote parts of Northern California was never part of the plan; many of life’s biggest, most rewarding adventures rarely are. Kathi shares the hard-won wisdom she’s gained on her homestead journey to help you accomplish more at home, gain fresh perspective, and give yourself grace in the process.

We schrikken niet meer van foto's van zeeschildpadden die stikken in plastic verpakkingen, we beseffen allemaal dat we eigenlijk minder zouden moeten vliegen en we weten dat de vleesindustrie een desastreuze impact heeft op het milieu. We weten het allemaal, maar we doen bijna niets. Waarom niet? En hoe kunnen we dat doorbreken? Met zijn succesvolle boek Weg ermee heeft Dennis Storm duizenden geïnspireerd minimalistisch te leven.

Meine kleine Farm. Habt Ihr auch diesen Traum vom Homefarming? Von einem Garten, in dem Gemüse, Obst und Beeren wachsen und in dem euch glückliche Hühner jeden Morgen mit frischen Eiern versorgen? Selbst wenn ihr berufstätig und zeitlich voll eingespannt seid, könnt ihr es schaffen. Ich weiß das, weil es bei mir auch so war: Am Anfang war dieser Wunsch nach Veränderung, nach mehr Verbindung zur Natur und jetzt bin ich plötzlich komplette Selbstversorgerin. Und zwar eine überaus Glückliche – obwohl ich noch vor zwei Jahren eine ahnungslose Anfängerin war und nicht mal einen grünen Daumen hatte.

The Power of Dreams tells the story of a couple, already in their 40s, who uprooted themselves from urban life to follow their dream of living in the wilderness. They settled in a remote mountain valley called Precipice Valley, part of the ancient trade route linking B.C.’s Chilcotin plateau to the Pacific Coast. These are the stories of how the two of them designed and hand-built a solar-powered, two-story post-and-beam house while learning to live off-grid and in harmony with nature.