Dan Chiras: 9 books

Flush it and forget it is the plumbing mantra of the industrialized world. Most people just want sewage to go away, preferably without having to see, smell, or worse yet, touch it. But crap has a bad rap. Human waste is a valuable resource we can use to support food production. Blackwater, greywater,...

Skyrocketing energy costs and constant reminders of the impacts of conventional energy sources are making homeowners and businesses look at different ways to use energy more efficiently and to generate their own electricity to reduce fuel bills and their carbon footprint.Power From the Wind...

Written for the layman, this is the fully revised and updated guide for individuals and businesses interested in generating their own electricity using the Sun. Practical and accessible, it provides a basic understanding of electricity, wiring, and solar energy, and guides the reader through site...

Solar energy is an abundant resource. Once a curiosity solar electric systems are becoming commonplace. As we transition away from finite and polluting fossil fuels clean reliable and affordable renewable technologies such as solar electricity will become the mainstay of our energy supply.Solar Electricity...

Humans have harnessed wind power for centuries. It is the fastest growing source of energy in the world and by the year 2020 it is projected to supply at least 12 % of global electrical demand.Wind Power Basics provides a clear understanding of wind and wind energy systems. It examines all aspects of...

Our automobile culture is devastating for the environment but private passenger vehicles are unlikely to disappear from our roads anytime soon. Greener cars and fuels will be a necessity for many years to come.Green Transportation Basics is a guide to greening your personal driving habits by dramatically...

For builders of natural homes (straw bale cob adobe rammed earth and other natural materials) this unique step-by-step guide takes the confusion out of choosing mixing and applying natural plasters.From principles to practicalities and with every stage of the process illustrated The Natural Plasters...

Energy bills have skyrocketed in North America and traditional energy sources can be as damaging to the environment as they are to your pocketbook. The Homeowner's Guide to Renewable Energy will show you how to slash your home energy costs while dramatically reducing your carbon footprint.Completely...

As fossil fuel supplies dwindle, home heating will be one of the major challenges in temperate and cold climates. The reserves of natural gas used to heat the majority of North American buildings are rapidly being depleted. This latest Green Energy Guide helps readers who want to slash their energy bills...