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I designed and made these temporary stairs, they are inspired by the hórreos - the grain stores in the region, for the Almacen, Riocaliente, Asturias
A short blog post about the process
Summary of permaculture practices in soil and fertility Building at Salamander Springs Farm
POND plants and nutrients as a source of ON-FARM FERTILIZERS.
This photo is of Lakshadweep Island in India. OPS India has been awarded a prestigous contract with BHEL, to supply, commission and install proprietary technology inverters with MPPT and SCADA.
The solar PV net kWp of the four systems is 1.1 MWp.
For Lakshadweep Project info visit our company Blog here
We went once more "Up the Pyrenees mountains and down again" in 3 dauntless Land Rovers..
A video from last year's relaxed Land Rover drive through the Pyrenees: www.youtu.be/ja9FGhrygv0
Entry level shipping container 1 story home - passive cooling study.
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A beautiful little building, inspired by the Earthships of Phoenix, a concept by the architect Mike Reynolds... I heard him speak at the University of Stirling, and subsequently at a Scottish Parliament committee... From those early meetings, this little baby Earthship was born - a demonstration model, shall we say, and one that I'd been meaning to visit for years!
The idea is that the building is completely off-grid, and self-sustaining. The roof catches water which is filtered for drinking. Waste from showers and taps is then used for toilets, and this waste is subsequently used to grow plants... The building is built into a south-ish-facing slope, with walls made of rammed-earth tires which act as an effective heat-sink. As an antithesis to high-insulation buildings with a high embodied-energy and thus carbon footprint, the Earthship minimises the footprint even further - the glazing is virtually the only material that need come in from off-site. The result is actually rather beautiful.
Find out more about Earthships at www.earthship.net/ and about this one in particular at www.sci-scotland.org.uk/index.shtml - I'd recommend visiting!
Here's the 1,000 gallon water tank I bought from Paris Farmers Union in front of the two tipis and the 4 wheeler.
I attended the Barrett Jackson Spring 2025 Car Show at WestWorld in Scottsdale with my son.
This is an EarthRoamer SX Overland Vehicle
No matter if you’re venturing into the remote wilderness of Alaska, setting up camp on the sun-drenched shores of Baja, journeying across the vast expanse of the continental US, or navigating the diverse terrains of the globe, the EarthRoamer SX is your ticket to destinations beyond the reach of ordinary vehicles. Its unparalleled design and capabilities open up a world of exploration and adventure where few dare to tread.
You’ve found the ideal, secluded spot—now relax and enjoy your stay. Since 1998, the hallmark of EarthRoamer overland vehicles has been their capacity for prolonged, comfortable off-grid living. Powered by silent, efficient solar panels, backed by a substantial lithium-ion battery bank, and equipped with energy-efficient appliances and lighting, plus ample fuel and fresh water reserves, you’re set for an endless stay. All this, without the need for a loud generator or the risks associated with propane, ensures your off-grid experience is both sustainable and serene.
finance.yahoo.com/news/barrett-jackson-kicks-off-2025-215...
"Barrett-Jackson delivered many magical experiences for everyone who joined us in Scottsdale," said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. "From the excitement of the auction block to the thrill rides, exhibits, STEM Fest and live music, there was truly something that everyone in the family could enjoy. We filled our docket with so much diversity that collectors from every walk of life found something they loved. We stay on top of the trends and consign the vehicles that people want, proving once again that the car collector hobby is thriving. Those trends include the growing popularity of Resto-Mods, SUVs and trucks, which are gaining momentum because they appeal to such a broad cross section of people. I’m especially proud of our support for important charities again this year. We not only raised millions of dollars but also critical awareness that will help make a positive impact on so many communities."
www.classic-car-auctions.info/usa/scottsdale/2025-barrett...
In 2025, Barrett-Jackson earned $198 million by selling 2013 car lots and $5.2 million from 957 pieces of automobilia. A further $6.2 million was raised for charity.
The first production 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 VIN001 achieved $3.7 million as a charity lot and the highest result at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale 2025 collector car auction in Arizona, USA. The most expensive regular lots were a 2023 Hennessey Venom F5 Roadster ($2,200,000) and a 2014 Pagani Huayra ($1,925,000). DJ Marshmello’s 2020 Ford GT Liquid Carbon Special Edition achieved a strong $1,780,000.
The top four results at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale 2025 collector car auction were all for modern supercars. The top result was for charity (see below) while the most expensive regular car in the sale was for the nearly new 2023 Hennessy Venom F5 Roadster. This F5 Roadster was the second of only 30 produced and was sold with only 681 miles on the clock.
Special car
Barrett Jackson 2025
Children in one of the Sabah schools using computer systems online with the use of solar photovoltaic renewable energy generation depicted in the other photographs tagged with Sabah.
Glen Kinney sands a doorframe in the Kinney Earthship. Many of the doors are custom made right on site. Photo Duncan Kinney, Green Energy Futures
Available in 2015! Click HERE for more info about the book!
The Renewable Energy Home Handbook is biased towards the practical, and covers the installation of all leading types of alternative domestic energy sources – from ground- and air-source heat pumps, PV solar electricity generation and solar water heating, to bio-mass domestic heating systems and wind turbines. Discussing the pros and cons of each technology, it also provides you with a clear overview of what’s genuinely required and the benefits to be gained from each system.
The author, Lindsay Porter, is best known for his books on motor vehicle technology, making car mechanics and body repairs easy to understand and carry out. But alternative energy and conservation have long been a passion for him and his wife, Shan, so this manual is very much a labour of love. Here, Lindsay applies his commitment to making difficult subjects easy for everyone to understand to the money-saving – planet-saving – systems we can apply to our homes.
Glen and Duncan Kinney on some of the leftover tires from the Kinney Earthship build. Over 800 tires were used to build the Kinney Earthship. Photo David Dodge, Green Energy Futures Video story on the making of an Earthship on the prairies in Canada. www.greenenergyfutures.ca/episode/earthship-revisited
We're off grid and I remember fitting our lights into the house and feeling so excited. Over the years we've increased our solar panel array and we've two computers !
Whoever thought it would come to this ?
The second day of work, the tire wall is rising and the footing is starting to be laid out with the blue Styrofoam insulation. Photo Duncan Kinney, Green Energy Futures
An Earthship Biotecture worker checks the batteries in the Kinney Earthship in southern, Alberta. Modest battery systems easily allow super energy efficient homes such as Earthships to cost effectively go off grid. Photo David Dodge, Green Energy Futures See video and story: www.greenenergyfutures.ca/episode/82-how-we-built-our-own...
oil lamp or even a pillar candle (in a glass lantern box) by the door/entrance or entrance gate/fence instead of electricity