People have been using straw one way and another for building purposes for thousands of years, but it wasn’t until the late 1800’s that they began making bales out of hay and straw. In the treeless sandhills of Nebraska around … Continue reading
Often we have heard defamatory remarks about survivalists and preppers. Nonetheless, a truth that could be hard to swallow is that preppers and survivalists are important to America. The following are 10 reasons they are essential, and why it’s essential … Continue reading
Record numbers of people are purchasing supplies and trying to adopt to a more self-reliant lifestyle. Not so long ago having extra supplies was considered completely normal. Raising livestock, poultry and growing your own garden was a lifestyle, not a … Continue reading
Every year without fail the energy companies raise their rates and there is no end in sight. With a wind power home you can protect yourself, how long can Americans sustain these increases? The good news in that On February … Continue reading
Green building or construction is the construction of structures that are environmental friendly and resource efficient. Rammed earth structures have been fitted with other green components making such home or building part of the green building that so many people … Continue reading
They say that beauty is in the eyes of the beholder and I guess when it comes to weird homes that is the most applicable statement to make. Depending on the Country you live in there may be a policy … Continue reading
Let’s face it. This planet is in a crisis. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. To create the energy we needed to sustain our modern comforts, we’ve polluted our atmosphere with countless gasses that will eventually warm the planet. A … Continue reading
Solar powered homes can provide homeowners with numerous benefits – from saving money to helping save the environment. However, how your system performs will determine what you get in return. The biggest impacts on performance will be the system you … Continue reading
A Solar Power Home takes the action of the light from sun and changing it into an energy source. The solar power home reduces the use regular power sources in backwoods areas, and is now making inroads to more urban … Continue reading
Recently, a variety of reasons influence people to go off the grid. Cabin life or fully off-grid RV, which in turn results in freestyle everyday life, are often preferred by most people. Others are rural livers, ranchers or farmers who … Continue reading