“Last summer, my friend Ryan and I visited Green Acres, an eco-retreat center built on an organic durian farm. I’ve visited more than my share of pretty awesome durian farms, but right away I knew this solar-powered, off-the-grid farm was in another league of coolness.
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Fracking: Research Rural Land for Health Hazards
Looking for rural land to build your dream home? Be sure to research where fracking is being done. There are lots of hazards as explained in this video Fracking Hell: The Untold Story.
Building Celtic roundhouses
How the Prehistoric Roundhouses at Llynnon Mill on Anglesey were built.
Shredded Styrofoam in Earthbags
My name is Roberta, I live in Minnesota. I am writing because I am interested in building an Insulated Earthbag house and I have a few questions. I am thinking about building a play house first to try and then a home. I have been researching lots of different building materials and ideas. I was … Read more
Shophouse Business Ideas
Millions of people around the world live and work in shophouses. Living spaces and work/shop areas are combined in one unit. This eliminates the need to drive to work somewhere else and keeps families together. Shophouses offer an affordable option for starting businesses by keeping costs low.
Home Style Green Podcast
I recently had a chance to chat with Matthew Cutler-Welsh in New Zealand. He has conducted a podcast called Home Style Green for many years and our conversation is now available to listen to. It lasts about half an hour.