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Small-Scale Hydroelectric Power – A DIY Hydropower Case Study
I really love to find do-it-yourself projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible in resilient living. I think many of you do too. …
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Start-up Incubators for Resilient Communities?
IN most cases, a resilient community needs a thriving community of small, LOCAL businesses to succeed. Why? They provide solutions to community needs like: …
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Could IKEA build a Resilient Community?
I’m currently putting the finishing touches on the first Resilient Community report. It’s on Water Harvesting. So far, I’m really liking it. Why? It’s …
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Add A Chicken Coop… Increase the Value of Your Home?
Over the past couple of weeks, my lovely wife and I have been talking about adding a chicken coop to our home. For a …
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Scratch the Golf Course. Add Food, Energy, Water, and 3D Fabs
It’s another sunny spring day in New England, which means that I’m headed outside to add more compost to my garden. However, before I …
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We’ll All be Solar Farmers
The weather in New England today is sunny, but crisp. I couldn’t imagine a better day to work outside. This means it’s a …
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The Transportation TAX is Going UP (again) Watch Out
Here’s yet another reason you should be living in a networked resilient community and telecommuting to any “outside” work: The “transportation tax” is going …
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Going to Seed?
Hey folks, I’ve learned over the years that if you save and stockpile the seeds from your food garden, you are making a useful …
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Two similar words, one big difference
Here’s a minor, but important point. It’s the distinction between these two words: Thrifty Frugal A thrifty person doesn’t waste much water, energy, money, …
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One thing that makes resilience easier than 200 years ago
Let’s say you want to run a micro-farm as a business. You have the land. You have the know-how to grow crops or raise …
