Monthly Archives: September 2009

Fresh Water: Collecting and Conserving a Precious Resource

A frightening number of reports, predictions and indicators tell us that fresh water will be the most valuable commodity over which mankind will struggle, fight, and die in the near future. Corporate powers around the world pursue a process started … Continue reading

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Off the Grid Electricity: The “Power” of Self Reliance

Let me confess to you up front: I am not an electrician. I know very little about electricity. I survived a whole career requiring daily use of electronic equipment without ever electrocuting myself or becoming more comfortable with or knowledgeable … Continue reading

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