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There's no place like home, and nobody knows home like Mother Earth News. Mother's 128-page special issue is packed with practical how-to information to help readers create homes that are secure, efficient, affordable and sustainable. Learn how you can declare energy independence with home solar and wind power options that are more available and affordable than ever. You'll also find 39 easy, low-cost tips to slash your energy bills, a comprehensive buyer's guide to woodstoves, the latest in energy-efficient, money-saving appliances, how-to build treehouses and rustic hideaways, and much more.

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Building debt-free is possible! Mother's second annual Guide to Homes features several homeowners who built their sustainable dream homes without a mortgage. Also in this special collection are stories from recent issues of Mother Earth News about building with strawbales, the lowdown on PV and solar hot water systems, buying the perfect property, natural swimming pools, high-efficiency fireplaces, septic system maintenance, and a range of natural building options including kit homes, portable yurts and cordwood construction.

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Building your debt-free dream green home is now easier than ever! Mother's sixth annual Guide to Homes features articles to start building a home that fits your style. Featured in this special collection are our best recent articles on practical building subjects such as: how to paint your house, cooling your home naturally, solar heating for any plan and a guide to options for owner-builders.

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Mother Earth News Guide To Home Energy Savings

You’ll save money on home energy bills for years to come with this convenient collection of recent articles from Mother Earth News! The Guide to Home Energy Savings is filled with information on solar heating options, plus natural ways to cool your house. If you want to heat your home for free, you can find instructions for building a DIY solar heating system. And if you’re planning to remodel or build a new home, the Guide includes articles to help you make your home super-energy efficient by tapping the free energy of the sun.

Considering new, energy-efficient appliances or windows? Maybe even heating with a woodstove? Learn what you need to know to spend your money wisely. Includes a 3-page directory of more resources related to solar energy and energy efficiency.

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Mother Earth News Guide To Growing Your Own Food

This year, enjoy the benefits of growing and eating your own food! The latest installment of the Mother Earth News Wiser Living Series will help you save money and improve your health. Covering growing, harvesting, feasting and everything in between, this guide can help you save money with DIY projects, plans and ideas.

Tired of needing a science manual to understand a list of ingredients? Fed up with being dependent on rising food costs? Now you can control what you eat with the Guide To Growing Your Own Food. Learn how to make no-dig garden beds. Find out the secret to successfully growing your favorite food plants in pots. Read the five key strategies for enjoying fresh tomatoes all year round! And more!