Sustainable Living

Why a unicycle? Why a cross-country trip? Why leave a prominent New York magazine and return to the simple life in Kentucky? Reminiscent of classic literary travelogues, Mark Schimmoeller's Slowspoke: A Unicyclist's Guide to America takes listeners on an inward, emotional journey as he inches across landscapes and communities from North Carolina to Arizona. Schimmoeller became inspired by his unicycle as an adolescent.

Last seen sleeping off his wedding night in the back of a 1951 International Harvester pickup, Michael Perry is now living in a rickety Wisconsin farmhouse. Faced with 37 acres of fallen fences and overgrown fields, and informed by his pregnant wife that she intends to deliver their baby at home, Perry plumbs his unorthodox childhood - his city-bred parents took in more than 100 foster children while running a ramshackle dairy farm - for clues to how to proceed as a farmer, a husband, and a father.

Ecological Intelligence argues that "green" labels and recycling programs may do more harm than good by feeding a vital lie, lulling us into the illusion that we are doing enough already while ignoring the adverse impact of the far vaster proportion of what we buy and do. The book brings a psychologist's insights into the world of commerce, arguing for radical transparency—tracking every substantial impact over the life cycle of an item, from manufacture to daily use, to disposal.

In the midst of carpools and play dates, does the idea of saving the planet feel like something else to feel guilty about not doing? Green Mama puts green living within your reach. Tracey Bianchi offers creative tips, tricks, and resources that will benefit your kids and your community and will draw you closer to God’s heart for this planet.

Viele Menschen haben das unbestimmte Gefühl, dass sie eine Last im Leben geradezu niederdrückt. Für manche ist dieses Gefühl auch sehr deutlich, es ´zieht sie runter´ - im wahrsten Sinne des Wortes. Dass es die Diskrepanz zwischen dem, was die Leistungs-, Konsum- und Spaßgesellschaft von uns erwartet - und was wir von ihr erwarten - und dem ist, was ein echtes, wahrhaftiges Leben ausmacht, kommt uns abwegig vor.

The Prepper Saga continues as the survivors of a solar storms effects on technology, force the lake residents to struggle to cope with a hard winter without lights and power. The lake residents are trying to get into the spirit of the season, but this is difficult to do, as scarce food and bitter cold keeps them close to their homes and in ever darking and gloomy moods.The government says the solar cycle will continue and to expect another CME, is this the truth, or is it propaganda?

An innovative and eye-opening look at Health and fulfillment, being green symbolizes more than integrating plant-based foods into our diets, incorporating holistic and natural-based approaches into the healthcare system, or being environmentally-friendly via a green footprint−being green symbolizes the steps we take along our journeys to improve, grow, and progress like seeing the green light in traffic.

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.

Do you want to live a life of complete independence and self-sufficiency, but aren’t sure how to start? Are you tired of relying on food products with ingredients you can’t pronounce from companies you don’t trust? If you’re ready to start farming your own crops, you’re not alone.

Interessieren Sie sich für die Welt der Pilze und wollten schon immer mehr darüber erfahren, wie Sie Ihre Pilze selbst züchten können? Dann hilft Ihnen dieses Hörbuch einen großen Schritt weiter! Hier erfahren Sie nicht nur, wie Sie mit Ihrer eigenen Pilzzucht erfolgreiche Erträge erzielen können, sondern auch viel darüber, welche Materialien Sie benötigen und wie Sie einen sauberen Arbeitsablauf schaffen.

The story of how I changed my life from corporate HR Manager to off-grid farmer—the steps we took as a family, our support along the way, the lessons learnt, and how we live now.

Dive into the world of sustainable style with Eco-Chic: A Guide to Stylish Upcycling and Repurposing DIY Projects. This book is your passport to a fashion-forward, eco-conscious lifestyle. Uncover the secrets of turning ordinary items into chic treasures, embracing the art of upcycling. From runway-inspired clothing to trendy home decor, redefine your style and contribute to a greener planet. Elevate your creativity, reduce your environmental footprint, and step into the realm of Eco-Chic—a guide that transforms fashion into a force for positive change.

Unser Ernährungsstil ist nicht nur schlecht für die Gesundheit sondern - wir haben es schon geahnt: er überfordert auch unseren Planeten. Hat das große Fressen bald ein Ende? Wie sieht das Menü der Zukunft aus und müssen wir uns von der Currywurst verabschieden? Klimawirkung, Wasserverbrauch, Flächenbedarf : Der WWF hat unsere Lebensmittel auf den Öko-Prüfstand gestellt und einen kulinarischen Kompass für eine gesunde Erde vorgelegt. Vegan, fleischbasiert oder flexitarisch: Der Report über eine nachhaltige Ernährung macht sich auf die Suche nach dem den Speisezettel von morgen.

With answers to over 140 everyday green-living questions, Is It Really Green? cuts through the confusion and gives you the facts. Get to the heart of each eco-conundrum, interrogate your instincts, and make informed decisions to reduce your carbon footprint, with help from bite-sized stats and action points. In this complex and shifting landscape where nothing is simple, what we all need is clear facts and careful debate. Let this book be your antidote to the confusion.

Organic gardener, environmentalist, and pop-up chef Alice Mary Alvrez wants to make it as easy as possible to reduce your footprint, grow and eat fabulous organic vegetables, and maintain a planet-positive, animal-friendly lifestyle. Her book Plant-Powered Cooking is simply brimming with brilliant ideas you can use from tips for growing your own food, shopping, and cooking techniques for every mealtime. Learn surprising facts about the impact of meat and animal products on the environment and how even small do-it-yourself ideas lead to real impact.

With the gentle guidance of eco-expert, Alice Mary Alvrez, you can start with baby steps and progress to an advanced eco-warrior! Start with these inspired ideas and the 52 simple ways to reduce your waste, eat organic, and keep toxins out of your home. Inside this helpful and hopeful guide, you'll find tips for greening up all the areas of your life. Learn surprising facts about your impact on the environment and change your habits with do-it-yourself ideas.

¿Desea desesperadamente tener un huerto lleno de alimentos y hierbas? ¿Te intriga la idea de criar ganado? ¿Los precios de los supermercados te hacen preguntarte si hay una forma más económica de obtener lo que necesitas? 50 Cosas que Debe Saber Sobre la Granja por la autora Anna R. Albright ofrece un enfoque basado en hechos, humorístico e informativo para comenzar una granja que producirá carne, fibra, frutas, verduras y más.

Wächst Ihnen Ihr Leben gerade über den Kopf und Sie sehnen sich nach Einfachheit und Klarheit? Die Überstimulierung durch die Medien, der Überfluss im Kleiderschrank und das immer schneller werdende Konsumkarussell machen Sie wahnsinnig und fressen Ihre Zeit? Haben Sie die Übersicht verloren über Ihre Ernährungs-, Lebens- und Arbeitsgewohnheiten? Sie haben vielleicht schon einmal etwas von Minimalismus gehört und wollen nun genauer wissen, was es damit auf sich? Dann ist dieses Buch genau das Richtige für Sie!

The advantages of self-made apple cider vinegar can't be over emphasize, it’s no secret us homesteader people are entire enthusiasts about the stuff - we use it for everything from cleaning, to cooking, to animal care, and the whole lot in between. The health or fitness benefits of uncooked apple cider vinegar are totally impressive, too. But did you understand you can virtually make it barring any charges? This DIY manual will teach you how to make apple cider vinegar from scraps without cost, including over 15 mind blowing health benefits.

Have you considered organic gardening but don't know where to start? Are you interested in growing fruits and vegetables in your backyard? This audiobook will teach you everything you need to know about mini farming, from the planning stage right up to bringing in your first harvest. Being self-sustainable and growing your own food has many benefits that you can now reap. So, use the tips given here and start working on your garden. With a little effort and consistency on your part, you will soon see your plants give you healthy and delicious produce.