Sustainable & Green Living

In her successful career as a travel writer, Southerden found herself staying in ever new and exotic locations, but while staying in a cabin in Norway, she had an epiphany about what she truly wanted for her life, ready to put down roots.

If the power grid fails, it’s not just your lights that go out. It’s your water supply. It’s your heating and cooling system. It’s all your usual ways of cooking food or doing the laundry. Without the grid, life as we know it changes in an instant....

With the appearance of Grunch of Giants, R. Buckminster Fuller consummates his literary canon, his panoramic lifetime survey of all aspects of the responsibility of human beings for their own destiny.

Compact Farms is a guide for anyone dreaming of starting, expanding, or perfecting a profitable farming enterprise on five acres or less. The farm plans explain how to harness an area's water supply, orientation, and geography in order to maximize efficiency and productivity....

In the era of screens and devices, the average American spends 90 percent of their time indoors, and children are no exception.

The Market Gardener is a compendium of proven horticultural techniques and innovative growing methods....

Prepare your home and family for any life-threatening catastrophe with this step-by-step survivalist guide filled with techniques, strategies, and DIY projects from a lifelong prepping expert....

A Wilder Way is a memoir of a relationship with an ever-changing garden, of setting down roots and becoming embedded in nature, and of how tending to a patch of land will not only grow us as individuals, but can also help to grow a better world.

Mini Farming describes a holistic approach to small-area farming that will show you how to produce 85 percent of an average family's food on just a quarter acre....

Decluttering is great for our mental wellbeing, and when done right, it can be good for the planet too....

Ideal for urban dreamers, suburbanites, and country-dwellers alike, this inspirational and instructional "encouragement manual" is packed with vibrant photographs documenting the author's journey from adversity to abundance....

From our offices and homes to schools, hospitals, and restaurants, the indoor spaces where we work, learn, play, eat, and heal have an outsized impact on our performance and well-being....

This audiobook is about connecting with nature and nature beings to help heal us and the earth....

When we use chemical fertilizers, we injure the microbial life that sustains plants and then become increasingly dependent on an arsenal of toxic substances. Teaming with Microbes offers an alternative to this vicious circle....

This is the only self-help book that will tell you to give up. Except . . . you don't need to give up, do you? Because you didn't start. Me either.

Compared to Charles' other books, this is more about no dig, eliminating weeds, garden layout, compost making, and using compost. There is also a history of no-dig vegetable gardening in the last 100 years....

Darin Olien offers invaluable advice for addressing the health of our bodies and the health of the planet by identifying common products and behaviors that are harmful and providing alternatives that are non-toxic and life-enhancing....

Mycelium Running is a manual for the mycological rescue of the planet. That’s right: growing more mushrooms may be the best thing we can do to save the environment, and in this groundbreaking text from mushroom expert Paul Stamets, you’ll find out how.

Teaming with Nutrients explains how nutrients move into plants and what both macro-nutrients and micro-nutrients do once inside. It shows organic gardeners how to provide these essentials....

In Simply Clean, Becky Rapinchuk can help you effortlessly maintain a tidy house and build habits to become a "clean person" - no matter how messy you may naturally be....

Grow your own food and medicine with a step-by-step guide from the founder of The Grow Network.

Gardening is a very fun and interactive experience. Once you understand how gardening works, you will see that there really isn't much to it....

Discover about hydroponics and organic gardening. Are you looking to use one of the most effective irrigation and growing methods known to modern agriculture? Would you like to use a greenhouse to grow your own fresh, organic produce? Listen to find out more....

A lot of famous and successful people are embracing the life of a homesteader. Homesteading has become a catharsis for people who finally want to live the life of a producer rather than a mere consumer....

Perfect for listeners interested in organic farming, environmental history, or the cultural legacy of the 1970s, The Garden tells the untold story of how counterculture reimagined food and our relationship to the earth.

Are you eager to turn your small urban space into a productive vegetable garden but unsure where to start? Many budding gardeners share your concerns—whether it's feeling overwhelmed by options, complexity, or budget constraints. But imagine a flourishing vegetable garden filled with vibrant produce, thriving even in the smallest urban spaces and fitting seamlessly into a busy lifestyle! This essential guide provides a clear and accessible pathway to cultivating a lush, bountiful garden regardless of your space or experience level.

A Modern Guide to Homesteading is your audio companion for creating a more self-sufficient, sustainable life—right where you are. Whether you’re on a city balcony or a rural plot, this guide shows you how to take practical steps toward a lifestyle that feeds your family, your values, and your sense of purpose. Even with limited time, space, or budget, you’ll learn how to transform your home into a productive homestead—one manageable step at a time.

Healing the root chakra includes grounding techniques, such as walking barefoot on the dirt, meditating with red stones like garnet or red jasper, and concentrating on affirmations that support safety and stability. Above the root chakra is the Sacral Chakra (Svadhisthana), positioned directly below the navel. It is symbolized by the color orange and controls creativity, sexuality, and emotional flow. This chakra is associated with the water element, indicating flexibility and emotional depth. When balanced, you feel creative, enthusiastic, and emotionally expressive.

Chakras, the energy centers inside the human body, play a critical part in defining our total well-being by impacting the mind, body, and spirit in intimately interwoven ways. When our chakras are open and balanced, energy flows easily, supporting physical health, emotional stability, and spiritual awareness.

Whether you're a sustainability newbie or a seasoned green living enthusiast, this book will empower you with the knowledge and tools to clean smarter, live healthier, and tread lighter on the Earth. Say goodbye to harsh chemicals—and hello to a fresher, cleaner, greener way of living.

How to Start Composting: A Beginner’s Guide to Eco-Friendly Practices is your ultimate resource for transforming organic waste into a powerful tool for sustainability. Whether you’re new to composting or looking to refine your methods, this guide is packed with practical composting tips to help you reduce waste, enrich your soil, and embrace an eco-friendly lifestyle. Composting is a simple yet impactful way to turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich compost. By integrating home composting into your routine, you can minimize landfill contributions and support a healthier planet.

Permaculture is more popular than ever, but it can still be a daunting concept. If you are new to permaculture and interested in learning more, Practical Permaculture offers authoritative, in-depth, and hands-on advice for a more holistic approach to sustainable living. Jessi Bloom and Dave Boehnlein, two dynamic leaders in the permaculture community, explain the basics of permaculture, share their design process, and explore various permaculture systems including soil, water, waste, energy, shelter, food and plants, and animals and wildlife.

If so, you're in the right place. Ultimate Survival Guide for No-Grid Living offers clear, simple steps to help you master off-grid living without sacrificing comfort or security.

In a world where the urgency of environmental conservation grows daily, Yoga for a Greener Planet presents a holistic path toward personal well-being and a healthier planet. This transformative guide blends the ancient wisdom of yoga with modern principles of sustainable living to show you how mindful living can directly influence your choices around food, health, and the environment.

Whether you're a seasoned prepper or skeptical newcomer, conservative homesteader or progressive urbanite, this revolutionary book offers something rare in today's divided landscape: common ground in uncommon wisdom.