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By 2030, experts predict two-thirds of people living on this planet will not have enough water, a situation expected to result in the deaths of millions and an unprecedented rise in military conflicts. Can we as individuals hope to reverse these dire predictions? Award-winning author and water activist Florencia Ramirez believes we can if our conservation efforts focus on the 70 percent of freshwater flowing to the fields and ranches that grow our food. Eat Less Water takes the listener on a journey to meet America's food producers growing food with less water.

In today's society, foods are so saturated with chemicals and fatty products that it's becoming ordinary to live an unhealthy lifestyle. Furthermore, if you want to get your hands on some fresh fruits or vegetables, that would mean going to your local organic market and dishing out your hard-earned money. With that being said, it is totally possible to have your own organic garden right at your house. Better yet, with the advancement of technology and modern day strategies, hydroponics has enabled us to garden right inside your own home.

You’ve seen the videos, news features, blogs, and other content showing how many individuals and families around the world have been able to leave behind the daily grind of the urban jungle. Now, they are living in healthier, more mindful, and adventure-filled residences, far from the daily grind of the modern-day consumer-driven culture. They know how to source their own food, produce their own electricity, and live comfortably without harming the environment. Does this sound like something you want for yourself and your household as well? Then you’ve come to the right source!

Introducing the groundbreaking new eBook, Sustainable by Design - the ultimate guide for anyone interested in creating a more eco-friendly future through sustainable design. This captivating book dives deep into the world of sustainable design, exploring the complex relationship between design and the environment, and the significant impact that our choices can have on the planet. From the very first chapter, you'll be captivated by the fascinating history of sustainable design and how it has evolved over time. You'll learn about the principles of sustainable design and how they can be ...

Pest Control for Organic Gardening is a short book dedicated to gardeners, who want to keep their gardens free from synthetic and often times harmful pesticides, and fertilizers. However, there still is the problem and pests and disease. This book gives practical and sometimes surprising ways to address these problems in a biological method. It contains an extensive list of beneficial insects that can be used to battle harmful pests.

If simplicity is an art, then Dominique Loreau is a master. Having lived in Japan for many years and inspired by oriental philosophy, Dominique Loreau discovered the beauty of a life well lived through the art of simplicity. Her lifestyle rests on the principle of 'less is more' and imbues all areas of existence, from the material to the spiritual.

Most eco-friendly books start with terror-inducing lists of the carcinogenic chemicals you are liberally slathering all over every single surface in your house, painting most people as unwitting eco-villains, happily Lysol-ing their way straight to hell. Well, listeners can just relax and unpack the (plastic) bags - no guilt trips today! All You Need Is Less is about realistically adopting an eco-friendly lifestyle without either losing your mind from soul-destroying guilt or becoming a preachy know-it-all whom everyone loathes.

Are you tired of the rat race and want to get away from it all? Are you tired of giving so much of your paycheck to utility companies? Tired of the local government telling you what you can and can’t do with your own property? Maybe you just want to live a minimalist lifestyle and leave a smaller footprint. For a lot of people, getting off the grid is the answer. In How to Get off The Grid and Survive, I show you what you need to do to prepare for life off the grid. This is a beginner’s guide and will help you answer the big question....

A healthy, money-smart and sustainable lifestyle begins at home! Drawn from the collective experience of green-conscious home buyers and homeowners, sustainability experts across North America and thousands of top real estate professionals. Start planting the seeds today for a more sustainable future tomorrow with Green Your Home, a proven, practical guide on how to lay the groundwork for your green adventure, determine your green priorities, and recharge your air quality and interior living space.

Discover 50 Quick And Easy Tips To Prepare Your Home For A Disaster! Have you ever wondered what would happen if your home should be the victim of an unforeseeable and devastating event? Being prepared for the worst can help you to handle these events without draining your pocketbook and stressing you out. Many people don’t think that it can happen to them, but it can happen to anyone at any time. If you are prepared for anything, the disasters that can affect your home will not seem like as big of a crisis as they would have been had you not had preparations in place. This book contains ...

Embark on a transformative journey from the hustle and bustle of modern life to the serenity of self-sufficiency. Whether you dream of cultivating your own food, embracing sustainable living, or seeking a deeper connection with nature, this audiobook is your essential guide. Explore the joys of harvesting your first homegrown vegetables, the satisfaction of gathering fresh eggs from your own flock, and the profound sense of accomplishment that comes with building your own self-sufficient haven.

Are you ready to embrace a more sustainable lifestyle and make a positive impact on the environment? Look no further than our new eBook, Living Sustainably: An Essential Guide to Eco-Friendly Living! From understanding the definition of sustainability to making the transition to sustainable living, our eBook covers it all. Discover the environmental impact of human activities and the benefits of adopting sustainable practices in all aspects of life. Learn how to create energy-efficient homes, practice sustainable home design, and conserve water and reduce waste with our tips and tricks. ...

Introducing "Harvesting the Future" - your ultimate guide to creating a sustainable food system in your own home. This eBook combines the latest research and practical tips to help you cultivate a healthier, cleaner and more sustainable world. Chapter by chapter, you'll discover everything you need to know about sustainable food systems - from the importance of seed diversity to eco-friendly crop management and reducing food waste in your home. Learn how to create a sustainable garden and see the benefits of local food systems, while exploring the environmental impact of food transportation...

Step into a life of sustainable living with the stirring eBook "Beyond Four Walls," which guides you into the transformative journey from a life dependent on the mainstream hustle to a liberated existence embracing nature's bounty. It's time to redefine your relationship with the earth! Chapter 1 meticulously unravels the philosophy of homesteading and invites you to cultivate a sustainable mindset. In this journey, the land beneath your feet forms the foundation. Chapter 2 empowers you with the basics of selecting and preparing the right piece of earth to call your own. Soil analysis, ...

Long before technology took over, humans used to live a simple life. Grazing livestock, raising chickens, and milking cows were the ways of our ancestors to provide them with food and earn a living. With the passage of time, however, a lot has changed. Nevertheless, many people still find it a very captivating hobby and put much effort into raising animals in their backyards. Raising Backyard Chickens is here to equip you with all the information that you need!

50 Things to Know About Homesteading by author Anna R. Albright offers a fact-based, humorous, and informative approach to starting a homestead that will grow meat, fiber, fruits, vegetables, and more. Most books on homesteading tell you to spend atrocious amounts of money on supplies and put hours of backbreaking work into a homestead. Although there's nothing wrong with that, 50 Things to Know About Homesteading gives simple answers to complex concepts as if you were talking to a close friend or neighbor.

The Slightly Greener Method gives you small, actionable changes you can easily make in your pantry, medicine cabinet, and under your kitchen sink - without breaking the bank or upending your life. By focusing on mico-habits you can build over time and the gradual introduction of safer products, Harris guides you along a roadmap to a greener, more environmentally-friendly lifestyle that can help protect you and your families' health long-term.

Having done it all - having been an anxious clutter-bug herself, studied why we have stuff (headline: we're humans, it's normal) and set up a business to help people declutter - Emma Gleeson understands how you feel. Stuff Happens is her guide to sorting out your relationship with your stuff and finding the right way for you to declutter.

In the world of gardening, every droplet and every sound is a story waiting to be told. The Audible edition of this masterpiece isn’t just a guide. It's a sensory experience that melds nature's wisdom with the rhythm of the spoken word.

This book is the ultimate guide to petroleum jelly. The miracle lubricant can be used for everything, from preventing diaper rash to protecting metals, truly enhancing your health, home life, and beauty.