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Ein sauberes Zuhause, ohne die Umwelt zu belasten? Frische Kleidung und trotzdem ein reines Gewissen? Mobil sein ohne allzu viel Feinstaubbelastung und Co2-Ausstoß? Bio-Lebensmittel aus der Region kaufen, Plastikverpackungen vermeiden, Energie- und Wasser sparen ... Was Sie täglich tun können, damit Ihr ökologischer Fußabdruck möglichst umweltfreundlich ausfällt, erfahren Sie in diesem Buch.

Earth Me Up is a guide to living a sustainable life that prioritizes improving your health and planet—while also going easy on the wallet! Everyone has good intentions and Earth Me Up provides tangible ways to put them into action. Humanity needs to combat climate change, and it starts with every one of us. Join the movement and learn how to do your part through some small, simple (and sometimes unconventional) changes.

Recycling is a simple action we can take that has an immediate positive effect. It keeps waste out of landfills, conserves natural resources, prevents pollution, and saves energy. But recycling isn't always straightforward. With so many different rules, it can be tough to understand. If you're worried that you're not recycling properly, or wondering whether you could be recycling more, this is the book for you. Recycling For Dummies cuts through the confusion around what you can and can't recycle. This manual breaks down recycling codes, symbols, and rules in a straightforward way.

Der Trend zur Selbstversorgung aus dem eigenen Garten ist bereits seit einigen Jahren zu beobachten. Angesichts von Inflation und Energiekrise hat der Wunsch nach einem nachhaltigen und günstigen Leben noch einmal zugenommen. Immer mehr Menschen sorgen sich sogar, dass sie schon bald wichtige Dinge der Grundversorgung nicht mehr leisten können. Der Biologe Clemens Arvay und die Kulturwissenschaftlerin Alessandra Moog bieten eine Lösung an.

Reimagine your wardrobe and reduce waste with Sustainable Fashion DIY: How to Create Eco-Friendly Clothing at Home with Recycled Materials. This practical and inspiring guide empowers you to blend creativity with sustainability, turning old garments into fresh, stylish pieces while championing sustainable fashion.

There is more interest in self-sufficiency during this 21st century than ever before! That blatantly tells you that people are feeling the effects of the environment around them. We're not talking about "good" effects either. We're talking about chemicals in the food we eat, pollution of land, water and the air we breathe. This also includes finite natural resources becoming scarce, thus driving the cost up as demand for it continues, etc.

In this book, you will explore: the homesteading mindset, the best environment for planting based on your geological area, hardiness zones, perfect beginner DIY projects, best starter animals, best ways to make money, how I love to keep things fresh, companion planting, real-life examples and stories, how to arrange your homestead A-Z, key areas to focus on, what to think about when purchasing a property, and so much more.

I Mormorliv. Råd til at leve mere enkelt undersøger Jane Ibsen Piper, hvad vi kan lære af de generationer, der kom før os. Både om, hvordan vi indretter en rar hverdag, og hvordan vi bekæmper den voksende klimakrise, biodiversitetskrise og stressepidemi. I samtaler med sin mormor, som er født i 1920, giver Jane Ibsen Piper os et indblik i, hvordan hun har levet et langt liv med simple living og zero waste, længe før det blev til hashtags.

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.

Kathryn Kellogg is taking her accessible tips for a zero-waste lifestyle and focusing on the heart of the house. Our kitchens can produce a shocking amount of waste and, even though food scraps may seem harmless, they can't properly decompose in a landfill. What's more: wasting food can strain your wallet. The average American family of four will lose $1,500 annually on food waste. It's time to turn things around! 101 Tips for a Zero Waste Kitchen is your guide to reducing waste in your kitchen.

Reinvent Your Waste is a book about the history of waste, or garbage, and the progression of waste management and recycling in the United States, with some special emphasis on the state of Michigan. The book highlights four themes – respect, recover, reinvent, and restore, with each section offering insights and inspiration for those who want to be better stewards for Earth.

Abitare è una delle principali caratteristiche dell'essere umano e la casa è il luogo umano per eccellenza. Domandare a qualcuno «dove vivi?» vuol dire chiedere notizie sul posto in cui si svolge la sua attività quotidiana, ma soprattutto su quello che dà senso alla sua vita. Servendosi anche di un suggestivo giro del mondo tra le architetture vernacolari, il libro va in cerca del senso profondo dell'abitare.

Tausche Sportschuhe gegen Gummistiefel: Eine Familie wagt den Neuanfang als Selbstversorger. Als Sara und Michael ihre Karriere als Leistungssportler beenden, ahnen sie noch nicht, dass sie schon bald knietief in Erde und Schlamm stecken. Nachdem die Kölner 3-Zimmer-Wohnung mit der Geburt ihres zweiten Kindes einfach zu eng geworden ist, verlieben sich die beiden Großstädter 2019 in das 250 Jahre alte Gut Neuwerk: ein großes Anwesen mit viel Charme und Renovierungsbedarf, sechs Hektar Land und Wald in echter Eifel-Idylle.

Svend Brinkmanns nye bog handling om tænkning – om det at leve et tankefuldt liv. Han argumenterer for, at tænkning giver mennesker en dyb glæde, fordi det at tænke er noget af det væsentligste, man kan gøre, og noget af det mest menneskelige, der findes. Men tankefuldheden har trange kår i den moderne verden. Derfor har vi grund til at lære os at tænke dybt, kritisk og selvstændigt igen. Så vidt vi ved, er mennesket det eneste væsen på denne jord, der kan tænke.

Do you want to practice sustainability, but aren’t clear how? In Silent Seasons, author Laura Evans demystifies how current sustainability approaches are not working through the lessons she learned as an environmental law firm lawyer, government agency lawyer, consultant, nonprofit staffer, and human surviving a global pandemic.

Growing up in an ex-mining town in Nottinghamshire, Arthur Parkinson never wanted a dog, or a cat, or a pony - just hens. As a kid, he was known as 'chicken boy', a taunt Arthur now proudly reclaims with his crested coterie that includes countless hens, from Sheila the white Silkie to Clarissa the champagne-coloured Buff Cochin. A personal and humorous memoir of Arthur's life amongst his hens, this is an invitation to discover the joy that is only possible in the company of these intriguing creatures.

Lucía Moreno te invita a cambiar de hábitos y de estilo de vida a través de información reveladora para que protejas a tu familia, tu hogar y el planeta. Con gran amenidad y una investigación extraordinaria te invita a identificar las substancias tóxicas que vienen en los productos que compras en línea, en tiendas y supermercados, y que acechan para acabar con tu salud y la de tus seres queridos; revela qué hay detrás del greenwashing y te invita a tomar conciencia sobre el daño severo que ocasionamos al medio ambiente por desconocimiento o indiferencia.

I have found foraging to be very fulfilling and a way of life I wish I had started earlier. Besides the fact that this way of life helps you enjoy the natural world and connect with it, it is also a way of cutting costs. This guide is just meant to help you know where to step and what to avoid in your journey of becoming a forager. This book is specifically designed for those who have an interest in foraging for wild plants in North America. The beginners will find it more rewarding. However, even if you are an ardent forager, you should also give it a shot.

Dieser unterhaltsame Ratgeber soll uns in einem bewussteren Umgang mit Konsum und Besitztum unterstützen. Besser, schneller, innovativer. Ständig neue Dinge zu kaufen und besitzen – macht uns das wirklich glücklich? Nein, sagt Coach Michael Simperl. Nach dem Motto "Weniger ist mehr" lässt es sich nicht nur einfacher, sondern auch glücklicher leben. Wie das funktioniert und wie wir es schaffen, uns wieder auf die wichtigen Dinge im Leben konzentrieren, wird uns in diesem Hörbuch nahegelegt.

Do you sometimes feel like you're on the hamster wheel of modern life, spinning your wheels and getting nowhere? Would you like to say goodbye to that nagging feeling of something missing in your life, and find a way to rediscover the joys of relaxation, happiness and contentment? A realistic guide to using the power of Hygge in your daily life to bring more happiness, calmness and contentment. Learn how to fill your everyday life with joy, happiness, calm, companionship and meaning using the power of Hygge.