Sustainable Living

Public Gardens and Livable Cities uses a prescriptive approach to synthesize a range of public, private, and nonprofit initiatives from municipalities throughout the country. In doing so, the authors examine the initiatives from a practical perspective to identify how they were implemented, their sustainability, the obstacles they encountered, the impact of the initiatives on their populations, and how they dealt with the communities' underlying social problems.

A healthy, money-smart and sustainable lifestyle begins at home! Drawn from the collective experience of green-conscious home buyers and homeowners, sustainability experts across North America and thousands of top real estate professionals. Start planting the seeds today for a more sustainable future tomorrow with Green Your Home, a proven, practical guide on how to lay the groundwork for your green adventure, determine your green priorities, and recharge your air quality and interior living space.

Embark on a transformative journey with "Paleo Planet," the groundbreaking eBook that revolutionizes the way you conceive diet, lifestyle, and environmental stewardship. Delve into a comprehensive guide that masterfully intertwines the ancient wisdom of Paleo living with crucial practices for sustainability in our modern world. This thought-provoking exploration is not just a collection of guidelines but a manifesto for harmonizing your health with the health of our planet. Start off by embracing the Paleo philosophy, understanding its historical roots, and unraveling the ethical ...

In a perfect world, we would all be able to fit a year’s worth of waste in a mason jar. But for most of us​,​ doing so can be immensely intimidating or simply not feasible. But even if you can’t be perfectly zero waste, you can still have a profound impact on our environment, climate, and health by making some simple changes to your lifestyle and habits.

Looking to start a new life on a homestead in Utah? Look no further than this new eBook: Homesteading in Utah.With detailed chapters and expert guidance, this eBook is perfect for anyone looking to live off the land and become self-sufficient. From finding the perfect property to building a sustainable home, this eBook covers all the basics and more. Learn about solar power and off-grid water systems as you work on creating a self-sufficient and eco-friendly homestead. And with information on heating and cooling options, you can ensure you are comfortable year-round. No homestead is ...

Embark on a journey towards sustainable living with "Zero-Waste Living for DIY Enthusiasts." This guide is your key to crafting a lifestyle that harmonizes creativity with environmental responsibility. Dive into zero-waste DIY projects that transform ordinary habits into eco-friendly practices. From upcycled home essentials to waste-free personal care, discover how small changes can make a big impact.

Are you ready to embrace a self-sufficient, eco-friendly lifestyle, even if you're starting from scratch? “The Essentials for Homesteading” is your gateway to success. Whether in a cozy apartment or a sprawling countryside, this practical guide will help you thrive without breaking the bank.

What makes "50 Ways to Live Green in 50 Minutes" the go-to book for eco-conscious living? This book is your rapid gateway to a greener lifestyle. With 50 practical ways in just 50 minutes, it stands out as the quickest, most effective roadmap for anyone eager to embrace eco-friendly living. How does this book cater to individuals with busy schedules who still want to live sustainably? How does the book ensure accessibility for everyone, regardless of their current lifestyle? Tailored for the time-strapped, this book unveils concise and impactful strategies. In just 50 minutes, readers gain ...

From his unique vantage point as editor in chief of Make magazine, the hub of the newly invigorated do-it-yourself (DIY) movement, Mark Frauenfelder takes listeners on an inspiring and surprising tour of the vibrant world of DIY. The Internet has brought together large communities of people who share ideas, tips, and blueprints for making everything from unmanned aerial vehicles to pedal-powered iPhone chargers to an automatic cat feeder jury-rigged from a VCR.

In these uncertain times, it's important to be prepared for anything. That's why you need a backyard barnyard–so you can raise your own goats, chickens, rabbits, and more. With food prices rising, and the global economy on shaky ground, it's more important than ever to become self-reliant, and with a backyard barnyard, you can do just that.

Dive into the captivating experience of creating something extraordinary from the ordinary with 'Respun'! In the heart of every yarn and piece of fabric lies an untold potential, a beauty waiting to be unraveled. This book offers you a unique journey into the fascinating world of upcycled crochet, a realm where aged and unused materials await their rebirth into something imaginative and vibrant. Chapter 1 sets the stage by unveiling the charm and allure of upcycled crochet, prompting you to experience enchantment in the perceived imperfections. It propels a new perspective on valuing old ...

"The Green Balcony Oasis" Your personal slice of nature is awaiting transformation, and "The Green Balcony Oasis" is your trusted companion on this verdant adventure. Step into the world of urban horticulture and unveil the secrets of turning your balcony into a flourishing green space that benefits both your well-being and the environment. Embark on an inspiring journey through this comprehensive guide, where you'll discover how to reclaim urban spaces for nature's embrace, starting with your own balcony. With practical insights into assessing your balcony's potential, this book will ...

Do you want to practice sustainability, but aren’t clear how? In Silent Seasons, author Laura Evans demystifies how current sustainability approaches are not working through the lessons she learned as an environmental law firm lawyer, government agency lawyer, consultant, nonprofit staffer, and human surviving a global pandemic.

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.

Are you overwhelmed by the extreme views on sustainability presented by the media? Struggling with feelings of anxiety, frustration, and helplessness as you navigate the pressures of living sustainably? In "Man's Search for Sustainability," David Auge, after decades of research, offers a groundbreaking perspective by comparing two of nature's most fascinating insect communities—honeybees and desert locusts.

You're about to discover crucial information about communal living. Millions of people have already experienced the amazing benefits that communal life has to offer. It can be overwhelming if you have been thinking about living in a shared arrangement and you haven't been able to find quality information on the topic. You need to understand the risks and benefits before jumping right into it. As someone who has lived this type of lifestyle, I want to provide an unbiased view of what you can expect.

Instead of looking at shipping containers as a waste disposal issue, we can view them as a gigantic abundance of a potential enormous building material frenzy. Shipping containers are instantly available across the world. Though соntаіnеr housing is a nеw соnсерt, the рорulаrіtу аnd public interest іn thеm іѕ growing rаріdlу in mаnу соuntrіеѕ. Thе оbvіоuѕ есоnоmіс bеnеfіtѕ, with thе grееn есо-frіеndlу рrасtісеѕ оf rесусlіng аnd sustainability, create a lоt оf орроrtunіtу fоr mоdеrn аrсhіtесtѕ аnd builders tо develop аnd improve thе соntаіnеr home соnсерt.

When disaster strikes, the last place you want to be is stuck in a line at the corner grocery. Having a backup food supply - or what doomsday preppers would call a survival or disaster pantry - is essential if you want to live through a disaster and its aftermath. What are Short Term Emergency Foods? There are long term emergency foods and there are short term emergency foods. Long term emergency foods are those that have long shelf lives and will sustain you indefinitely.

Become an expert on soap making, produce high-quality soaps and start a profitable business! Do you want to learn how to make soaps exactly right for your skin type? Are you worried about your children using commercial soaps that contain harmful and toxic chemicals? You’ve tried to find instructions on how to make soaps, but were they confusing and not detailed enough? This ultimate guide on soap making is everything you need to start producing high-quality soaps in the comfort of your home!

Get ready to unlock the secrets of city living with "Concrete Jungle Mastery," your ultimate guide to thriving in urban environments. This comprehensive guide has been meticulously crafted to help you not just survive, but truly flourish in the fast-paced and ever-evolving city life, transforming the urban challenges into exciting opportunities. Setting foot in the city can often feel like stepping into the concrete wilderness. That's where Chapter 1 comes in, offering a deep dive into understanding the urban landscape, comparing it with rural environments, and helping you recognize the ...