Solar Power First Steps

• How to make a solar generator for under $300
  
• Google search for "solar panels"
• Youtube search for "solar panels"

Composting Resources

Eliminate commercial fertilizers

• GREENculture Composters - http://www.composters.com/
  
• Vermiculture (worms)
  

Reduce Water Demands

There are a number of good resources for taking first steps in reducing our water demand footprint. A pair of 55 gallon rain barrels could meet the flushing needs of most homes. An above ground cistern might cover a home's entire water needs.  Homes with decks and porches can make good and cool places to hide them.

Rationale for value to communities

• Home-based cisterns compared
  

Project Designs

• How to make your own rain barrel, a Google search. Where to find food-grade 55 gallon barrels? Think food supply companies: restaurant supply companies, pickle companies, soy sauce companies, Pepsi companies.
  
• Over 60 Youtube "how to" videos on making rain barrels and setting them up
• Over 90 Youtube videos on the topics of "(rain OR water) AND cistern”
• Examples of rain barrel/roof top catchment systems
• Cistern pictures
  
• Photos of Area Rain Barrels and Cisterns
  

Resources

• The Rain Well: Rainwater Harvesting & Water Conservation Systems