Green Building

Green building is not a new phrase, but probably seems new to many people because the concern over conserving natural resources has reached another new high. Occasionally, due to increased demand or perhaps political leverage, the cost of energy rises suddenly. The cost will most certainly continue to rise in the future.

What can you do about it? Plenty! The more self sufficient you become, the less dependent you are on these rising costs.

Passive Solar
Solar home designs that include passive solar heating (and cooling) are taking advantage of the most natural way to make use of renewable energy. When I began studying passive solar designs

Install a cistern
If you live in an area that is prone to drought, you might consider a cistern as a way of storing rain water to use for watering plants during dry times. There are several sizes and types of rain barrels to choose from.

Texas and many other states in the southwestern United States are prone to drought. A cistern installed at each home would take pressure off of the area lakes.

I'm planning to build my own this year. Follow my blog...

Xeriscaping
Landscape your outdoor space with plants that are native to the area you live.

Grow your own garden
If you like fresh vegetables, growing your own garden is the best way to ensure that your vegetables are fresh, and that they are free from pesticides and other non-organic substances.

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