Sustainable Energy

Through an unforgettable cast of characters, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Richard Rhodes explains how wood gave way to coal and coal made room for oil, as we now turn to natural gas, nuclear power, and renewable energy. Rhodes looks back on five centuries of progress, through such influential figures as Queen Elizabeth I, King James I, Benjamin Franklin, Herman Melville, John D. Rockefeller, and Henry Ford.

In a world increasingly reliant on convenience and technology, many people are yearning for a simpler, more sustainable way of life. "The Lost Art of Self-Sufficiency" is the ultimate guide for anyone seeking to embrace a lifestyle of independence, sustainability, and harmony with nature. Through the inspiring story of Emma Hartley, a modern homesteader who transforms her small plot of land into a thriving self-sustaining ecosystem, this book offers a practical, narrative-driven approach to mastering the essential skills of homesteading and simple living. From cultivating permaculture ...

Unlock the power of the sun with Solar Power Demystified, your comprehensive guide to mastering rooftop solar panels and harnessing renewable energy for your home. Dive into an informative journey that demystifies the world of solar energy, providing everything you need to know from the basics to the advanced. Start with a solid foundation in Chapter 1, where you'll learn about the numerous benefits of going solar, understand key efficiency metrics, and familiarize yourself with essential solar panel terminology. Explore the different types of rooftop solar panels in Chapter 2, breaking ...

Step into the future with "Solar Energy Technician," a comprehensive, high-value eBook designed to empower, engage, and evolve your understanding of solar energy. Wrap your head around the basics; navigate industry landscapes; and dive deep into the role of a solar energy technician. In this eBook, the first chapter sets the stage with an intriguing introduction to solar energy, outlining its importance and brief history. The second chapter dives into the nitty-gritty, breaking down the solar energy process to make it easy to understand. The gripping narrative continues with an overview of ...

Meet Michael Skelly, the man boldly harnessing wind energy that could power America’s future and break its fossil fuel dependence in this "essential, compelling look into the future of the nation’s power grid" (Bryan Burrough, author of The Big Rich).

Are you tired of the rat race and longing for a simpler, more sustainable lifestyle? Are you ready to trade in your 9-5 for a life on your own terms? Look no further than Building an Economically Sustainable Homestead. This comprehensive guide takes you step-by-step through the process of designing and building a self-sufficient homestead that not only supports your family's needs but also provides a source of income. With practical advice, insider tips, and real-life success stories, you'll learn how to turn your homestead dreams into a profitable reality. Chapter 1 lays the foundation by ...

Transform Your Health with Intermittent Fasting—Tailored for Adults Over 50! Are you seeking a sustainable way to boost your energy, shed unwanted weight, and improve your overall health as you age? Have other diets failed to deliver lasting results? Does the complexity of intermittent fasting feel overwhelming? If so, you’re not alone. Many over 50 face similar challenges, but with the right guidance, you can overcome them. Intermittent Fasting for Beginners Over 50 offers science-backed, practical strategies designed specifically for adults navigating the unique metabolic and hormonal...

Tired of waking up exhausted, gaining weight you can’t lose, and feeling constantly on edge—no matter how “healthy” you try to be? You’re not lazy. You’re not broken. You’re burned out—and your stress hormone, cortisol, is running the show. If you’ve been battling stubborn belly fat, mood swings, disrupted sleep, or brain fog and nothing seems to work, the problem may not be your willpower… it’s your hormones. The Cortisol Detox Plan is a science-backed, 3-Phase Reset Plan designed to rebalance your body, restore your energy, and finally help you feel like yourself ...

Introducing "Vertical Farming," the ultimate guide to revolutionizing the way we cultivate crops and feed our rapidly growing population. Are you intrigued by the concept of vertical greenhouses and their potential for a more sustainable future? Look no further – this eBook covers everything you need to know about this game-changing approach to agriculture! As urban areas continue to expand and the planet's resources become more scarce, sustainable agriculture has never been more crucial. With 25 comprehensive chapters, this book will not only teach you how vertical greenhouses can be the...

Discover 40 Creative Ways To Living A Stress Free And Self-Sustaining Lifestyle! Do you want to learn the secrets to living off the grid successfully? Would you like to know how to begin living off the grid in stages? This book is all about living off of the grid. It contains tons of tips to help you be successful at living off of the grid and doing so in a stress free manner. You are going to learn everything you need to know about preparing to live off the grid, including how to begin living off of the grid in stages. In this book "Living Off the Grid and Loving It" you will discover 40 ...

Strength training after 50 is not about pushing harder—it is about training smarter. Strength After Stress: Recovery-Driven Training for Men Over 50 offers a blueprint for men who want to regain energy, build muscle, and protect their health without burning out. This is not a beginner’s manual. It is a research-backed, practical guide written for men who demand results that last. The book reframes recovery as the driving force behind progress. Each chapter blends physiology, strength science, and actionable tools designed for men navigating the realities of slower recovery, joint wear, ...

What if the future didn’t suck? Solarpunk: Designing a Future That Doesn’t Suck is a visionary and deeply grounded blueprint for surviving and thriving on a planet in crisis. Far more than wind turbines wrapped in ivy, solarpunk is a design philosophy, a political strategy, and a cultural movement that fuses ecological sanity with radical imagination. This book unpacks solarpunk from the roots up: why it rejects fossil logic, how it decentralizes power, and what it looks like when applied to energy systems, cities, gardens, digital networks, architecture, food, governance, and more. ...

Are you over 40, feeling bloated, low on energy, and frustrated with stubborn belly fat? Tired of complicated diets that leave you exhausted, hungry, and still stuck? Wish you could finally regain control of your health—without expensive supplements or extreme routines? If you nodded yes, The 5-Minute Pink Salt Trick Weight Loss Plan for Women Over 40 was written for you. Unlike generic weight loss books filled with unrealistic rules, this plan is designed specifically for busy women over 40 who want a sustainable and proven way to burn fat, reduce bloating, boost energy, and feel ...

Lean muscle is more than appearance—it is protection, vitality, and independence. For men over 50, strength training is not about reliving past personal records but about reclaiming the capacity to move confidently, support joint health, and sustain energy for decades to come. This book delivers a complete, science-backed framework designed specifically for men navigating the realities of aging. Every chapter connects research to real-world practice, offering clear guidance that respects slower recovery, joint wear, and busy lives while showing exactly how muscle can still grow at any age...

Delicious Recipes for Heart Health and More Energy and a 30-Day Meal Plan for a Sustainable Lifestyle Are you looking for a simple and enjoyable way to lower cholesterol, improve heart health, and boost energy without giving up delicious food? The Low Cholesterol Cookbook for Beginners is your ultimate guide to making heart-healthy eating effortless and flavorful. Whether you're managing high cholesterol or simply want to prevent potential risks, this book provides you with the knowledge, recipes, and a structured 30-day meal plan to start your journey toward better health. What’s Inside?...

Staying strong after 60 doesn’t require a crowded gym, expensive machines, or hours of daily exercise. With just a pair of dumbbells, a few resistance bands, and a sturdy chair, you can build the kind of strength that keeps you moving freely, confidently, and without fear of injury. This book is written for women over 60 who want clear, safe, and proven training that fits real life. Minimalist training is about doing more with less. Every exercise in this book is chosen because it works, not because it looks fancy. You will learn how to squat, hinge, press, row, and carry in ways that ...

Life after 60 does not have to mean slowing down. With the right approach to training, you can build strength, balance, endurance, and mobility that carry you through the decades ahead with confidence. Longevity Strength: Integrated Training for Women Over 60 is a complete guide written for women who want to stay independent, active, and energized without falling into the trap of extreme or unsafe exercise plans. This book blends the latest science with practical, real-world training. You will discover how to develop muscle that supports joints, balance that prevents falls, mobility that ...

Most people today live in bodies that are metabolically broken—locked into sugar dependence, plagued by constant cravings, overwhelmed by inflammation, and quietly accumulating the precursors of chronic disease. The modern food system, environmental toxins, chronic stress, and sleep deprivation have left nearly nine out of ten adults metabolically unhealthy. But the truth is clear: decline is not inevitable. Metabolism can be renewed, and health can be restored, when you return to the rhythms your biology was designed for. Metabolic Renewal is a science-based, 30-day framework that strips...

Earth tubes (earthtubes, or earth-air tubes) are underground tubes that use geothermal energy to cool or heat temper the air for your home. It works like cheap air conditioning because you can build it yourself for several hundred dollars and it is FREE to run (no electricity needed). Being completely passive, this is a sustainable technology based on designs that are 3,000 years old and still used today around the world to cool homes.

In "Earth's Hidden Energy: Tapping into Geothermal Solutions for a Cooler Planet," author Stephen Kingery and geothermal experts tackle the urgent need for a sustainable energy source to combat climate change. In the Introduction, readers are introduced to the pressing global issue of climate change and the role of geothermal energy in addressing it. The book then delves into a comprehensive understanding of geothermal energy, explaining how it works and its vast potential. Readers are taken on a journey into the Earth's heat, exploring its origins and formation, shedding light on the ...