Mother Earth News - December 2010 January 2011

Mother Earth News - December 2010/ January 2011
PDF | 117 pages | 49.9 Mb | English

Mother Earth News is the original guide to living wisely. Launched in 1970, each bimonthly issue of Mother Earth News features practical and money-saving information on cutting energy costs; using renewable energy; organic gardening; green home building and remodeling; fun do-it-yourself projects; and conscientious, self-sufficient lifestyles

Content:

Grow $700 of Food in 100 Square Feet!
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Edible-landscaping expert Rosalind Creasy reports on the incredible productivity of her 100-square-foot garden, showing that, if more Americans grew a little food — instead of so much grass — our savings on grocery bills would be astounding.

Glorious Heirloom Fruits and Vegetables
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With its 2010 calendar filled with garden-fresh recipes and vibrant photos, the Seed Savers Exchange delivers an elegant celebration of garden diversity. This exclusive sampling of the calendar’s recipes showcases everything from green beans to honeydew.

Do-it-yourself Pole-barn Building
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Add sturdy shelter to your homestead easily and economically using this pole-building technique. If you’ve never constructed anything large before, then a pole building is a great place to start.

Green Energy Breakthroughs
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From smart grids to better solar panels, a world of emerging technology promises to help us produce more renewable energy and consume fewer fossil fuels. Here’s a rundown of five developments we think will make a difference in the near future.

Patagonia: Making a Profit and Meeting Environmental Challenges
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Outdoor-clothing company Patagonia is known for its green products and sustainable business model. Founder Yvon Chouinard chats with us about the company’s history, environmental ethic, their recycled and recyclable outdoor clothing, and how they’re leading the way in environmental conscious business.


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