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21) Biodiversity planning and design: sustainable practices

Author

Ahern, Jack

Publisher

Island Press

Pub. Date

c2006

Language

English

22) Green careers in building and landscaping

Publisher

Peterson's

Pub. Date

c2010

Language

English

Description

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From the publisher: Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), millions of dollars have been allocated to improve energy efficiency in building construction. ARRA's substantial federal investments in building and retrofitting are likely to become a major source of revenue for suppliers of "green" products and services: For example, under ARRA, the government has authorized $4.5 billion alone for "greening" federal buildings. Clearly,...

23) Rainwater harvesting for drylands and beyond: Volume 1,Guiding principles to welcome rain into your life and landscape

Author

Lancaster, Brad

Publisher

Rainsource Press

Pub. Date

c2013

Language

English

Description

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"'Rainwater Harvesting for Drylands and Beyond, Volume 1' is the first book in a three-volume guide that teaches you how to conceptualize, design, and implement sustainable water-harvesting systems for your home, landscape, and community. The lessons in this volume will enable you to assess your on-site resources, give you a diverse array of strategies to maximize their potential, and empower you with guiding principles to create an integrated, multi-functional...