The bicycle diaries: Vélib’ 01/22/2009 (Image via Wikipedia) Here’s a BBC radio documentary about Vélib’ (loosely velo + liberte = free bike?), a bike-share program...
Fermentation 411 01/22/2009 Yeast under a microscope, via Wikipedia Chelsea Green has 2 great posts with Sandor Katz, author of “The Revolution Will...
Solar energy: some tips 01/22/2009 Lloyd’s roof-mounted solar panels (image via Extreme Tech) In response to a Slashdot / Extreme Tech article about a $60,000...
Living moss carpet 01/19/2009 Moss becomes a rug in the most beautiful and sustainable bathroom fixture I’ve seen: Check out the rest of Nguyen...
Laziest man on earth’s guide to living green 01/19/2009 Hammocks: the symbol of lazy environmentalism (and proper permaculture design) Regardless of your green ambitions, it’s never hurts to know...
Polli-brick: plastic bottles for building 01/19/2009 (image via Notcot) A company called Miniwiz has created a recycled plastic bottle specifically for building. From Inhabitat’s coverage: Made...
Building a better fire 01/19/2009 Sometimes, a review of even the easy things can be helpful. Like building a fire, for example. Here’s the actual...
Cell phone solar panel 01/18/2009 Here’s an Instructable on adding a supplemental solar panel to a mobile phone. Doesn’t seem like it crazily increases battery...
Bright built barn 01/18/2009 Here’s a house that announces its energy efficiency (or lack thereof): With large intentions, its mission is to demonstrate an...
Rainwater catchment basics 01/15/2009 Here’s a useful primer on whole-house rainwater catchment systems: In many areas of the country, a water-conserving household can provide...
