OFF-THE-GRID LIVING is experiencing a renaissance. Dwellings devised to support a sustainable lifestyle could help us adapt to some of our biggest present-day challenges—from a lack of housing for the world’s growing population to pollution
Conserving water is a responsibility we all share, and with greywater recycling, we can take a significant step towards sustainable living. In this article, we bring you a handpicked selection of 20 high-transpiration plants
Homesteading, a way of life characterized by self-sufficiency and independence, and acequias, a centuries-old system of water management, hold profound historical significance and offer valuable insights into sustainable living. Together, they present a holistic
With its flooding, dustiness, droughts and packs of coyotes, New Mexico is not an easy place to live off-grid. Despite this, New Mexico is becoming increasingly popular as a place for people who want
Greywater systems are becoming increasingly popular as a sustainable and cost-effective way to conserve water in the home. These systems collect and reuse wastewater from household sources, such as showers, baths, and laundry, to
An Earthship home is a type of passive solar house that is made of both natural and upcycled materials (such as earth-packed tires). Earthships can be completely off-grid or partially off-grid. Earthships can be built
In Durban, South Africa’s third largest city, an amount of wastewater equivalent to 13 Olympic-sized swimming pools has been treated and reused for industrial use by a paper mill and a local refinery every
Have you heard of Earth Ships? This episode is with Jonah Reynolds, Earthship Biotect - which is the number one eco-construction and self-sufficient living design. Off-grid, self-sustainable houses. Absolutely an alternative investment. We
Though collection and distribution methods vary, a greywater system offers a way for homeowners to save and/or reuse water that isn't all that dirty. For example, water from a washing machine's rinse cycle is
Posted by NICHOLAS BURTNER, Get ready to start using your shower and sink water. Nicholas Burtner explains in detail how to build a grey water bed for home use.
