Sustainable Living

Let It Shine is a fully revised and expanded edition of A Golden Thread, Perlin's classic history of solar technology, detailing the past forty years of technological developments driving today's solar renaissance. This unique and compelling compendium of humankind's solar ideas tells the fascinating story of how our predecessors throughout time, again and again, have applied the sun to better their lives-and how we can too.

You don’t need to be a professional landscaper to be able to grow your own thriving garden, and you definitely don’t need four acres of land to add a touch of nature to your home. Whether you’re a lifelong gardener looking for inspiration, or you’re just someone who loves being surrounded by nature, this comprehensive guide will give you everything you need to know about growing plants in small spaces with raised beds, containers, and vertical structures, so you can finally start on a gardening journey that will last a lifetime.

Do you sometimes feel like you're on the hamster wheel of modern life, spinning your wheels and getting nowhere? Would you like to say goodbye to that nagging feeling of something missing in your life, and find a way to rediscover the joys of relaxation, happiness and contentment? A realistic guide to using the power of Hygge in your daily life to bring more happiness, calmness and contentment. Learn how to fill your everyday life with joy, happiness, calm, companionship and meaning using the power of Hygge. 

Futuresteading is a practical and inspirational guide to living in a way that values tomorrow: a slower, simpler, steadier existence that is healthier for you, your home and the environment. Whether you live in a city apartment, in the suburbs or on 20 acres, the principles of futuresteading offer easy-to-understand information and hands-on ideas. Learn to grow delicious food and medicinal plants, share rituals with loved ones through the seasons, feast on healthy home-cooked food for the family, nourish body and soul with outdoor expeditions and more.

Whether you want to raise goats for the money or just for the fun of it - you’ve come to the right place! Have you always wanted to have goats running around in your backyard, but were intimidated by everything it would entail? With this clear-cut and easy-to-understand guide, you’ll feel completely confident in your ability to look after your herd, and you’ll quickly find yourself part of a growing and heartwarming community of goat farmers. No more doubts, no more feeling overwhelmed, and no more not knowing where to start.

Do you feel like you are living in a world of chaos? Does it feel like you have too much stuff and too little order? Or maybe you struggle with getting rid of things you no longer need and that simply take up space, physically as well as mentally? Do you wish you could live a life of calm and minimalism? Don't be fooled into thinking that living a minimalist life means living on a budget, buying cheap, or not having possessions. Living as a minimalist means embracing a life free from clutter, chaos, and disorganization.

Do you finally want to say goodbye to relying on grocery stores and discover how to grow your own carrots, potatoes, lettuces, and much more? If so, then Backyard Homestead Handbook is for you. Growing your own food and achieving self-sufficiency doesn’t have to be complicated. The truth is, it’s much simpler than you think. Bradley Stone provides you with a step-by-step blueprint to grow your own food without the disappointment of failure. Imagine how you’ll feel once you taste food grown from your land, and how your life could change for the better.

Want to join the worldwide environmental initiative? This practical guide is packed with realistic ways to help the environment and create a better home for you and your loved ones, from reducing energy use and waste and scaling back reliance on your car to making a difference in your diet, at work, and in your community. You'll see how green living affects the environment - and why going green is great for your well-being!

Raising chickens in your backyard for egg production purposes has become a very popular hobby in recent years. With the prices of eggs rising, it can be a great way to provide, fresh organic eggs for your family. Raising chickens can also be a great 4H project for children to teach responsibility.

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.

Most people don’t start thinking about retirement until they hit 40, 50, or beyond. But what if making some simple changes in the way we live today gave us the opportunity to retire earlier and more fearlessly than we expect? Even better, what if a way existed to start enjoying life with more peace of mind, happiness, and freedom right now? If you’re worried about your future and are tired of the rat race that seems to lead nowhere, then rightsizing might be the best way for you to reimagine your life - starting today!

Vowing to grow all his own food, harness the sun's power for his electrical needs, and consume as little fossil fuel as necessary, Doug Fine faces surprising obstacles at every turn as he discovers that going green is easier said than done.

Fühlst du dich manchmal von deinem Besitz erdrückt? Sehnst du dich nach weniger Chaos und mehr Zeit? Möchtest du weniger Gerümpel und mehr Sinn in deinem Leben? Bist du bereit loszulassen? Dieses Buch hilft dir dabei, deinen Alltag Schritt für Schritt zu entrümpeln, damit mehr Zeit für die wirklich wichtigen Dinge im Leben bleibt. Raum für Raum führt dich der Ratgeber durch dein Zuhause und zeigt dir mit vielen praktischen Tipps, DIY-Anleitungen und Checklisten, wie es dir gelingt, Ballast abzuwerfen und Leichtigkeit zurückzugewinnen.

Leading experts, including academics from the Department of Nutrition at Harvard Medical School of Boston, agree that the plant-based diet is the healthiest lifestyle for our body and has the lowest impact on our environment.

If you find yourself worried about all of the junk that is tainting the American food supply, then you might want to consider starting your own garden. Yet, if you use tap water and fertilizers you buy from the store to tend to that garden, you just might be tainting the produce you are growing. One of the best ways to have a garden and avoid these problems is to garden off the grid.

The abundant life Jesus promised takes cultivation. This guidebook will show you how to cultivate a sustainable spirituality that produces abundant life in you and through you for generations to come! It starts with an honest look at yourself that leads to a genuine pursuit of intimacy with God.

Ecologist Mark Easter offers a detailed picture of the impact the foods you love have on the earth. Organized by the ingredients of a typical dinner party, including seafood, salad, bread, chicken, steak, potatoes, and fruit pie with ice cream, each chapter examines the food through the lens of the climate crisis. Gathered like guests around the table, here are the stories of these foods: the soil that grew the lettuce, the farmers and ranchers and orchardists who steward the land, the dairy and farm workers and grocers who labor to bring it to the table.

Many businesses are in the dark about how to actually do better for the planet and the people in their company and their supply chain while also growing their margin. Some believe it can't be done. But it can. Maisie Ganzler has done it, and now she's going to show you how to build sustainability into your business, too. Her five big lessons come from three decades of successes and failures leading a $1.7 billion corporation toward a more sustainable future.

Longing for a purposeful life? Imagine a daily to-do list that involves growing your own food, medicine, and income.

In this fascinating book, Eleanor Tucker sets out a bold vision of how sustainable sharing can save us money, and lead to a happier future.