A vital guide for surviving coming fuel shortages by tapping into renewable energy resources
Ch. 1Renewable energy - clean, affordable and reliable17Ch. 2Conservation rules - the cornerstone of your energy future35Ch. 3Solar hot water systems - satisfying domestic hot water needs with renewable energy71Ch. 4Free heat - passive solar, active solar, and heat pumps101Ch. 5Wood heat121Ch. 6Passive cooling - staying cool all summer long, naturally145Ch. 7Solar electricity - powering your home with solar energy169Ch. 8Wind power - meeting your needs for electricity207Ch. 9Microhydro - generating electricity from running water233Ch. 10What's on the horizon? : new fuels and new technologies for homes and autos259