Brad Lancaster je priekopník v oblasti regeneratívneho dizajnu a systémov na zber dažďovej vody, pričom od roku 1993 vyučuje, navrhuje a radí v siedmich krajinách. Jeho dynamické knihy, prednášky, workshopy a živý príklad inšpirovali desaťtisíce ľudí k udržateľnému pestovaniu miestnych zdrojov. Lancaster žije v rušnej mestskej oáze v centre Tucsonu v Arizone, ktorú sám vytvoril, čím demonštruje silu a potenciál „zasievania dažďa“.
Volume 1. Guiding principles to welcome rain into your life and landscape -- volume 2. Water-harvesting earthworks -- volume 3. Roof catchment and cistern systems.
Water-Harvesting Earthworks
This practical guide teaches readers how to effectively harness rainwater by designing and implementing water-harvesting earthworks and rain gardens. It offers step-by-step instructions and insights into creating sustainable landscapes that capture and utilize rainfall, promoting environmental conservation and enhancing garden aesthetics. Ideal for gardeners and eco-conscious individuals, the book emphasizes the importance of water management in cultivating resilient ecosystems.
Turn water scarcity into water abundance Earthworks are one of the easiest, least expensive, and most effective ways of passively harvesting and conserving multiple sources of water in the soil. Associated vegetation then pumps the harvested water back out in the form of beauty, food, shelter, wildlife habitat, and passive heating and cooling strategies, while controlling erosion, increasing soil fertility, reducing downstream flooding, and improving water and air quality.Building on the information presented in Volume 1, this book shows you how to select, place, size, construct, and plant your chosen water-harvesting earthworks. It presents detailed how-to information and variations of a diverse array of earthworks, including chapters on mulch, vegetation, and greywater recycling so you can customize the techniques to the unique requirements of your site.Real life stories and examples permeate the book, including: How curb cuts redirect street runoff to passively irrigate flourishing shade trees planted along the streetHow check dams have helped create springs and perennial flows in once-dry creeksHow infiltration basins are creating thriving rain-fed gardensHow backyard greywater laundromats are turning "wastewater" into a resource growing food, beauty, and shade that builds community, and moreHow to create simple tools to read slope and water flowMore than 225 illustrations and photographs
"This revised and expanded second edition increases potential for on-site harvests with more integrated tools and strategies for solar design, a primer on your water/energy/carbon connections, descriptions of water/erosion flow patterns and their water-harvesting response, and updated illustrations to show you how to do it all."--Publisher description.
Exploring the essence of American life, the book presents a collection of diverse snippets, including newspaper articles, city council discussions, and personal reflections. It captures the complexities of contemporary issues such as overpopulation and climate change while intertwining the author's personal experiences and relationships. Through a heartfelt homage to beloved dogs and gratitude towards supportive figures, it reveals the shared human experience of joy and pain, inviting readers to reflect on their own lives within the broader tapestry of America.
The plot centers on an ancient bacterial intelligence, Mastix, which has sought to annihilate humankind for a billion years. However, a renegade Mastican's recognition of the Enigmat's bond with the Ravenhill clan, who worship them as their Great Spirit, leads to unexpected resistance. As Mastix faces self-inflicted setbacks, the Ravenhills must decide whether to adopt a radical defense against the impending genocide. The narrative weaves together themes of indigenous culture, familial ties, and the struggle against malevolent forces, all while sharing the Ravenhills' unique story.