Getting Green Off The Grid

Ontario residents could take advantage of new regulations regarding the power grid.
There’s real energy in your backyard
The government has approved a new regulation on “net metering” that requires local utilities to accept power from people who use it for their own purposes and are generating an excess supply.
It means home owners, farmers and business owners […]

I just saw this on Discovery this evening, and it didn’t seem as bad as some other jobs.
Dirty Jobs: Shrimper and Bio-Diesel Man DVD — Discovery Channel Store — 739052
Here are some kits that you can use, to avoid some of the dirty work shown in this episode. It won’t go pick […]

An interesting little article. I try to use as much natural stuff as I can, due to my allergies and chemical sensitivity. But it looks like I need to try a little harder with some items.
How toxic is your bathroom?: Be warned: your daily beauty regime could be taking years off your life

You’re going to need someplace to put all that water. Here’s some suggestions:
Major Surplus & Survival: Water Storage
Coleman’s Surplus 275 gallon tank

Good article about storing water off the grid.
» Water Storage for Off-grid LivingSelf-sufficiency, mobility, and environment, how to relax and unplug off the grid

Another hand crank radio, at a bargain price.

SELF-POWERED AM/FM RADIO/FLASHLIGHT

This is continuing on where the cow manure story started. Instead of using just the manure, now you can use the rest of the cow that isn’t used for meat.
BBC NEWS | Science/Nature | Cows make fuel for biogas train

Something to think about before building a dome home.
Domebuilder’s Blues

Coating an LED bulb with these dots makes for a long lasting incandescent light bulb replacement. Can’t wait for the first ones to show up on the market!
Accidental Invention Points to End of Light Bulbs
An accidental discovery announced this week has taken LED lighting to a new level, suggesting it could soon offer a […]

It’s as if they built an entire online sourcebook just for me.
Sustainable Building Sourcebook Contents