Summary: Energy supplies are tightening. Persistent pollutants are accumulating. Food security is declining. There is no going back to the days of reckless consumption, but there is a possibility--already being realized in communities across North America and around the world--of localizing, of living well as we learn to live well within immutable constraints. This book maps the transition to a more...
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Publisher / Publication Date: MIT Press 2012
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 333 LOCSummary: Documents the devastating consequences of the predominantly coal and nuclear powered economy in the southeastern United States. Solar panels, energy efficient lighting, and geothermal heating are a few of the solutions to reduce energy costs that are demonstrated by home owners and individuals representing businesses and government agencies.
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Publisher / Publication Date: KilowattOurs.org 2007
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1 available in E-TV DVDs, Call number: DVD E-TV KILSummary: The Energy Reader takes an unflinching look at the environmental devastation created by our thirst for energy--including supposedly "(Bclean" renewable sources. From oil spills, nuclear accidents, and mountaintop-removal coal mining to oversized wind farms and desert-destroying solar power plants, virtually every region of the globe is now experiencing the consequences of out-of-control energy...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Watershed Media 2012
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 621.042 ENEChiras, Daniel D.
Summary: "The Homeowner's Guide to Renewable Energy tells you how. It starts by outlining the likely impacts of fossil fuel shortages and some basic facts about energy. It then discusses energy conservation to slash energy bills and prepare for renewable energy options. Focusing carefully on specific strategies needed to replace specific fuels, the book then examines each practical energy option...
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Publisher / Publication Date: New Society Publishers 2006
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 644 CHIReynolds, Michael E.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Solar Survival Press 1990
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Summary: "This book presents an international look at sustainable home design, it explores a compelling range of design styles and cutting-edge green technologies. The rising cost of fuel and the growing commitment to protect the environment have sparked exciting innovations in prefab home construction around the world. Showcasing many of the unlimited possibilities offered by prefabrication to build...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2014
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 728.047 KOOBoothroyd, Jennifer
Summary: Bert and Ernie explore ways to save energy, including walking instead of taking a car, turning lights off, and carpooling.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lerner Publications 2020
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Summary: Introduces the positive and negative impacts of human activities on the planet, from pollution and litter to renewable energy and plastic recycling.
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 304.2 FREWhite, Nick
Summary: Presents practical advice on ways to cut energy consumption and costs in one's home by reducing fuel and electricity use and generating energy.
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Publisher / Publication Date: McGraw-Hill 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 644 WHIKoones, Sheri
Summary: "Prefabricated housing is a practical solution since it is faster to build, less expensive than site-built houses, and potentially more energy efficient -- all aspects that are attractive to homeowners. According to manufacturers, they are seeing the trend for house size coming down but with higher quality amenities. Sheri Koones has authored a series of five prefabulous books; this one is her...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gibbs Smith 2023
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Summary: You can make a big difference if you help take care of the planet. From growing a garden in a tray to recycling trash, this book is full of ideas.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dorling Kindersley Pub. 2009
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Publisher / Publication Date: New Society Publishers 2004
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 333.79 HEIScheckel, Paul.
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Publisher / Publication Date: New Society Publishers 2005
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 644 SCHStoyke, Godo
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Publisher / Publication Date: New Society Publishers 2007
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 644 STORitchie, James D.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Structures Pub. Co. 1980
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Publisher / Publication Date: McGraw-Hill 2008
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1 available in Adult, Call number: 320 SandaFreed, Eric Corey.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Taunton Press 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 643.7 FREHoward, Brian C.
Summary: This do-it-yourself guide makes it easy to upgrade residential and commercial lighting to reduce costs and environmental impact while maintaining or even improving the quality of the lighting. Filled with step-by-step instructions, Green Lighting shows you how to save money and energy with light-emitting diodes (LEDs), compact fluorescent lighting (CFL), solar lights, windows, skylights,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: McGraw-Hill 2011
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 644.3 HOWKrupp, Fred.
Summary: Krupp, longtime president of the Environmental Defense Fund, and Horn present a stirring and hopeful call to arms as they feature the bold innovators and investors who are reinventing energy and the ways we use it.
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Publisher / Publication Date: W. W. Norton & Co. 2008
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 621.042 KRUFlounders, Anne
Summary: Discusses the energy sources used to power homes, businesses, and transportation and how to conserve them, details cleaner ways to supply oil and gas, and explains efforts to develop fuels with less negative impact on the planet.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Ecology FloundersKemp, William H.
Summary: Provides background information, purchasing data, and step-by-step instructions for operating boats, RVs, or homes and creating energy for hot water and heating with renewable energy sources.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Aztext Press 2009
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 621.042 KEMHopkins, Rob.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Green Books 2008
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1 available in Oversize, Call number: OVS 333.7913 HOPKoones, Sheri
Summary: "Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are good for people and communities. An inside look at 25 charming, ultra-functional, extra living spaces will inspire you to build one of your own! An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a smaller housing unit built on the same lot as a primary dwelling (also known as Additional or Auxiliary Dwelling Units) ― think granny flat, in-law unit, laneway house). It has...
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Publisher / Publication Date: [Gibbs Smith] 2024
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abrams 2012