The Earth-Friendly Home: Save Energy, Reduce Consumption, Shrink Your Carbon Footprint (The Green House) [Paperback]

David R. Goucher (Author)

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Product Description

Almost everything we do results in the production of CO2, but simple steps in our daily lives can make a huge difference. Each individual can decrease his or her carbon footprint. The Earth-Friendly Home: Save Energy - Reduce Consumption - Shrink Your Carbon Footprint shows readers what a carbon footprint is and offers common-sense approaches to reducing it. This book explores one's daily routine and figures out how much energy is used and how to go about making an immediate and sustainable reduction while retraining to live a lower-carbon lifestyle.

Book Description

Almost everything we do results in the production of CO2, but simple steps in our daily lives at home and elsewhere can make a huge difference. Each individual can decrease his or her carbon footprint. The Earth Friendly Home: Save Energy - Reduce Consumption - Shrink Your Carbon Footprint shows readers what a carbon footprint is and offers common-sense approaches to reducing it. This book explores one's daily routine and figures out how much energy is used and how to go about making an immediate and sustainable reduction while retraining to live a lower-carbon lifestyle.

 

* Readers will find answers to everyday dilemmas:

             Should one turn off the light if he or she leaves the room for 5 minutes? 10 minutes? an hour?

             Which is better, the electric hand dryer or a paper towel?

* Degrees of green options allow readers to gradually change their habits for good.

* The scientist-author isn't all talk and no action. Goucher wants to spread the word; he's working in reforestation and sustainable development, making a real commitment to the Earth.

* The beautiful book design and clear text makes content attractive and readable. Over 200 full-color photographs.

* Handy tips will help readers shrink their carbon footprint right away.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Creative Homeowner; First edition (September 4, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1580114296
• ISBN-13: 978-1580114295
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 8.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,306,847 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars An absolute MUST have!, September 7, 2010

By	R. martinez "Speadraser" (Valdosta, GA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Earth-Friendly Home: Save Energy, Reduce Consumption, Shrink Your Carbon Footprint (The Green House) (Paperback)

This book is incredible. I could not stop reading. It is a must have for everyone, who is interested in going greener by taking easy and small steps, without completely depleting their wallet. The outline is great, it's comprehensively written, short and precise; packed with all the information you would want for a healthy way of life! BUY IT!

5.0 out of 5 stars Go Green and Save the Earth!, April 9, 2009

By	Leonard Eng - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Earth-Friendly Home: Save Energy, Reduce Consumption, Shrink Your Carbon Footprint (The Green House) (Paperback)

Great book ! Easy reading with a ton of useful tips to help the home become energy efficient. A great book to start out with to help green the home and save some green $$$