Sustainable Building

The green-building movement has produced hundreds of "how-to" books and websites that are filled with tips about green building and what homeowners should do to go green. While helpful and informative, when it comes to making actual purchasing and installation decisions, these books do not make it any easier for a homeowner to prioritize against a budget. Here, Melisssa Rappaport Schifman shares her knowledge and experience for others to use in their journey toward a greener way of living. 

The last century saw a revolution in life expectancy. Whether you are male or female, born in the global south or north, the chances are that you can expect to live much longer than previous generations. But instead of seeing this as a precious gift of extra life, we see it as a burden, with ageing populations dogged by infirmity, dependent on an ever-decreasing number of young people to support them. Andrew Scott argues it doesn't have to be like that.

A healthier life doesn't require a perfect schedule or dramatic lifestyle changes. It begins with small, thoughtful choices that support your physical well-being, mental balance, relationships, and everyday responsibilities. The Balanced Living Handbook by Tom Hunt offers a practical...

Bloomsbury presents The Sustainable(ish) Living Guide written and read by Jen Gale. Easy, do-able, down to earth ideas and suggestions for everyone to help save the planet. If you want to save the planet, but your to-do list is already pretty long and remembering your re-usable coffee cup feels...

You’re not failing in real estate. But if you’re being honest, you may not be where you thought you’d be by now. You’re working. You’re staying busy. You’re doing something every day. But the income isn’t consistent. The clients aren’t predictable. And at some point, you’ve probably started wondering why all your effort isn’t translating into lasting momentum. The truth is, most agents don’t struggle because they lack ambition or motivation. They struggle because no one ever showed them how to build a real business.

Transform your workforce from a corporate expense into a strategic asset class driving sustainable business growth. Whether strategizing on your morning commute or preparing for a board meeting, you need a rigorous framework to align talent management with financial performance. Stop relying on...

Our buildings are making us sick. Our homes, offices, factories, and dormitories are, in some sense, fresh parasites on the sacred Earth, Nahasdzáán. In search of a better way, author Jim Kristofic journeys across the Southwest to apprentice with architects and builders who know how to make buildings that will take care of us. This is where he meets the House Gods who are building to the sun so that we can live on Earth. Forever.

Bloomsbury presents Future Build: How Construction Can Heal Our Planet, written and read by Will Arnold Future Build exposes the devastating environmental impact of modern construction while offering a bold vision for change. Construction shapes the world we live in, but also leaves one of the...

Begin your journey to sustainable living, even if you've never held a tool in your life! Are you ready to embrace off-grid living but feel overwhelmed by where to start? Do you dream of gaining independence from modern utilities or preparing for emergencies with confidence? This audiobook is your gateway to self-reliance and sustainability.

Essential Rainwater Harvesting is a comprehensive manual for designing, building, and maintaining water-harvesting systems for the warm and cold climates of the world. Presenting design considerations and approaches for the most common household rainwater supply scenarios.

Escape the 9-to-5 grind and build a sustainable, location-independent career without risking your financial future. Whether you are transitioning into remote work or mapping out a global escape during your daily commute, this realistic roadmap delivers the exact strategies needed to thrive. Stop...

While discussing the context in which certain capital costs effectively create an obstacle to the implementation of sustainable building and design practices, Mr. Kobacker discusses many of the misconceptions and erroneous beliefs that must first be dispelled before any other steps can be taken. The internationally renowned sustainability expert then addresses the specific strategic vision he employs in maximizing a project's value while also minimizing its cost.

Master the music industry and turn your independent artist hustle into a profitable, sustainable career. Perfect for your commute to the studio or your next gig, this empowering audio experience grounds you in practical reality. Stop letting confusing contracts and mysterious royalty flows drain...

Transform your musical ambition into a profitable, sustainable career by mastering independent artist entrepreneurship. If you are exhausted by confusing industry noise and struggling to monetize your daily grind, this empowering roadmap provides the exact leverage you need to succeed. Stop...

Essential Green Roof Construction is a comprehensive, in-depth guide to building simple green roofs for houses and small buildings. Packed with detailed photos, illustrations, case studies, and code compliance advice, it offers clear step-by-step instructions necessary to create your own living roof on a new build or as a retrofit. Where common sense meets beauty—a green roof is a system of layers that work together to support plant life, insulate homes, and make the world a greener place. 

Transform lifeless dirt into a thriving ecosystem to boost crop yields and master regenerative agriculture. Whether you are walking the pastures at dawn or listening from the tractor cab, this grounded guide empowers you to stop fighting nature. Every handful of earth holds a living, breathing...

Why do so many farm businesses struggle to survive, let alone thrive? It’s because they don’t make clear strategic choices that reward them with a competitive advantage. Instead, most entrepreneurs start with a boilerplate business because they think they're supposed to. Boilerplate business plans offer little help in guiding strategic choices that determine if your business thrives or dies. 

Master the modern music business and build a sustainable career without sacrificing your rights as an independent artist. Whether you are commuting to a studio session or grinding through a late-night mix, this practical guide empowers creatives who feel overwhelmed by industry gatekeepers. Stop...

How will software development and operations have to change to meet the sustainability and green needs of the planet? And what does that imply for development organizations? In this eye-opening book, Anne Currie, Sarah Hsu, and Sara Bergman provide a unique overview of this topic—discussing everything from the likely evolution of national grids to the effect those changes will have on the day-to-day lives of developers.

Coaching is demanding, and building a meaningful career inside it shouldn't cost you everything. The Sustainable Assistant Coach is a guide to the human side of the profession—the part nobody trains you for. Drawing on practical wisdom, mentorship, and hard-won encouragement, this book helps assistant coaches prevent burnout and build a stable, intentional career that lasts. If you're the person who holds the program together, this book is for you.