Green Living
The ins and outs of green construction and natural building, with specifics on solar design, home insulation and more.
Building Greener Appliances
Modern innovations in home appliances are saving us both time and money. Here are some of the newest eco-friendly appliance features.
A 5-Step Guide to Finding a Log Cabin Kit
By David Woods, Log Cabin Hub
David Woods, a professional carpenter, shares his expert opinions on how to find a perfect log cabin kit.
EPA Celebrates Fix a Leak Week
Environmental Protection Agency
The EPA celebrates their tenth annual Fix a Leak Week to bring attention to the massive effects home water leaks can cause, and to help prevent these leaks from wasting more water around your home.
'Balecob': Combine the Benefits of Straw Bale and Cob Building
By Kyle Chandler-Isacksen, Be the Change Project
The basics of balecob building
Natural Ways to Purify Your Water at Home
By Megan Wild
Purifying your home's water doesn't have to be expensive or complicated. Check out these natural methods for water purification!
Green Roof on a Root Cellar
By Kyle Chandler-Isacksen
How to build a green roof using recycled materials.
‘Home Power’ Magazine Gets Passive Solar, Off-grid Headquarters
By Lloyd Kahn
Richard and Karen Perez are the heart and soul of Home Power magazine, and after some years of living in funky sheds in the woods, they built their own home-powered home/office/hangout in the Oregon woods: off-the-grid, its heat and power provided by sun and wind (and firewood). These guys are walkin’ the walk!
The Most Eco-Friendly Home Construction Materials
From Megan Wild
Planning on building a new home? Make sure to check out these eco-friendly home construction materials.
Money-Saving Tips in Every Issue!
At MOTHER EARTH NEWS, we are dedicated to conserving our planet's natural resources while helping you conserve your financial resources. You'll find tips for slashing heating bills, growing fresh, natural produce at home, and more. That's why we want you to save money and trees by subscribing through our earth-friendly automatic renewal savings plan. By paying with a credit card, you save an additional $5 and get 6 issues of MOTHER EARTH NEWS for only $12.95 (USA only).
You may also use the Bill Me option and pay $17.95 for 6 issues.
Canadian Subscribers - Click Here
International Subscribers - Click Here
Canadian subscriptions: 1 year (includes postage & GST).
