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Chemistry professor Dario Bressanini is on a mission to teach listeners about safe, sustainable methods for cleaning their homes while debunking widespread myths. He uses scientific evidence to answer common queries, digging into chemistry basics like solubility, pH, and concentration. He explains how to choose the best product for any job, including advice on making selections at the store and using just the right amount to cut down on waste.

電気・ガス・水道は契約なし！テレビで話題の自給自足ファミリーの妻・田村ゆにさん初の単著。都会から青森の田舎に移住し、0円生活で手に入れた“無限の幸せ”とは。

In 2020, at the age of 100, Tetsuyo Ishii was interviewed by her local paper in Hiroshima. Her positive outlook, wholesome lifestyle and connection to her community instantly captured the hearts of people. In this charming book, Granny Tetsuyo shares the optimistic principles by which she lives her life, and the simple daily rituals that sustain her.

"Marian powerfully shares her passion and heart in a way that ensures you can breath life into your garden ecosystem, with clear explanations and so many practical tools and takeaways." – Nicole Masters, author of For the Love of Soil and director of Integrity Soils "I found myself crying...

Com o avanço da globalização e o aumento populacional, as cidades foram crescendo sem planejamento. O desmatamento e a degradação do meio ambiente alcançaram patamares cada vez mais elevados. As novas tecnologias contribuíram para poluir o meio ambiente. Os desastres ambientais vêm ocorrendo, nos últimos anos, com trágicas consequências.

Ein sauberes Zuhause, ohne die Umwelt zu belasten? Frische Kleidung und trotzdem ein reines Gewissen? Mobil sein ohne allzu viel Feinstaubbelastung und Co2-Ausstoß? Bio-Lebensmittel aus der Region kaufen, Plastikverpackungen vermeiden, Energie- und Wasser sparen ... Was Sie täglich tun können, damit Ihr ökologischer Fußabdruck möglichst umweltfreundlich ausfällt, erfahren Sie in diesem Buch.

Abitare è una delle principali caratteristiche dell'essere umano e la casa è il luogo umano per eccellenza. Domandare a qualcuno «dove vivi?» vuol dire chiedere notizie sul posto in cui si svolge la sua attività quotidiana, ma soprattutto su quello che dà senso alla sua vita. Servendosi anche di un suggestivo giro del mondo tra le architetture vernacolari, il libro va in cerca del senso profondo dell'abitare.

L’uomo è un albero? Per meglio dire: cosa abbiamo in comune noi e gli alberi, quali caratteristiche ci legano? Perché ogni pianta, non si discute, ha un suo carattere, proprio come ogni persona. Ci sono frassini chiusi e pioppi allegri, ontani pratici e tigli gentili, e ancora farnie, lecci, salici malinconici, robinie, olmi, senza dimenticarsi di tutta la macchia.

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.

Put your money where your mouth is when it comes to handling your finances and join the Female Invest trio on a mission to investigate sustainable stocks and funds, angel investing, and empowering initiatives - for both you and the planet. Cutting through the noise, this trusted resource will rationalize the vast scope of the term "sustainable investing", and consider how investments, funds, stocks, and shares can be responsible, ethical, green, and impactful - enabling you to partake in a truly circular economy.

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.

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.

Sergei Boutenko’s groundbreaking field guide to the art and science of foraging and preparing wild edible plants—includes 300+ photos of 60 plants **An Amazon Editors' Pick -- Best Cookbooks, Food & Wine** In Wild Edibles, Sergei Boutenko’s bestselling work on the art and science of...