Links to Resources

A page of links to resources about intentional communities and sustainable-living.

 

Bradford Hatcher:

Ecovillage and Intentional Community Design

Part Two: Lexicon and Resource Links [14.1. On Screen]

Part Two is a 100-page collection of links on a wide range of relevant subjects.

http://www.hermetica.info/EcoLink.htm

Ely Brito's Viver Simples in Brazil

http://www.viversimples.com.br/index.php?pg=contato

Damanhur Spiritual Eco-Community in Italy

http://www.damanhur.org/

Gary Neville's Underground Eco Home Blends Into the Earth

http://inhabitat.com/gary-nevilles-zero-carbon-underground-home/nevilleecohome1/?extend=1

Simple Solar Homesteading

http://simplesolarhomesteading.com/

Compare Reviews for Solar Energy Companies

Since 1977, the price of solar panels has dropped approximately 100 times over, and solar power is now cheaper than power from the grid for billions of people. Consumer Affairs created a guide that helps consumers determine whether or not "going solar" will work for them. Here are a few topics our expert, Zachary Shahan, covers in the guide:

What are the different types of solar energy companies – and which one will meet your specific needs? Going solar can be expensive, so what are your financing options? Does the company offer service beyond installation?

You can access the guide here:

https://www.consumeraffairs.com/solar-energy/#guide-features

 

Learn about solar power and find quotes on Solar Power Authority

https://www.solarpowerauthority.com/

 

Natural Homes Built By Inspirational Women Around The World

http://www.naturalhomes.org/natural-building-women.htm

The most efficient wind turbine

The Archimedes is a new windmill design meant to power small homes and apartments.

http://vr-zone.com/articles/efficent-wind-turbine/78905.html

Open Permaculture School, Regenerative Leadership Institute

Free Online Permaculture Design Course

http://www.openpermaculture.com/

Farm to Table: Building Local and Regional Food Systems

http://www.sare.org/Learning-Center/Topic-Rooms/Farm-to-Table-Building-Local-and-Regional-Food-Systems

The Seed Guy - Quality Heirloom Seeds

http://theseedguy.com/

Legalizing Your Tiny House: How To Approach Zoning/Building Departments By Gabriella on January 8, 2016

http://tinyhousebuild.com/how-to-go-to-zoningbuilding-departments-with-your-tiny-house-plans/

 

Global Ecovillage Network

http://gen.ecovillage.org/

Global Ecovillage and Sustainable Community Network

http://www.globalecovillages.org/

Fellowship for Intentional Community

http://www.ic.org/

Sustainable Ecovillages

http://www.sustainableecovillages.net/index.php