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The Kentucky Solar Energy Guide
by Andy McDonald and Joshua Bills; Appalachian--Science in the Public Interest and The Kentucky Solar Partnership 2005 (114 pg)

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This book is a comprehensive resource for those interested in using solar energy in Kentucky,  Its three sections discuss uses and design of thermal solar and photovoltaic systems, incentives for investment in renewable energy, with directories of installers, green building professionals, and equipment suppliers. Photos, graphics, refs., publications, and websites for learning more.

$13.95

 

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Spiritual Growth Through Domestic Gardening (off site link)
By Al Fritsch, SJ

 

Down to Earth Spirituality
by Albert Fritsch, S.J., with photos by Warren Brunner, Sheed & Ward. Through word, photo and quiet reflection you are invited to change your way of life. Ecology meets social justice, and the two are found to be one. 1992,paperback, 208 pp., AB1 $9.95   now $5.49

ECO-CHURCH An Action Manual
Albert Fritsch, S.J., with Angela Iadavaia-Cox, Resource Publications, INC. Your church can become more sensitive to the needs of the Earth. Eco-Church shows you how! 1992, paperback, 126 pp., AB2 Was $14.95 NOW $7.45



Renew The Face of the Earth

Al Fritsch, Loyola University Press. Explores the basic theological foundations for Earth renewing actions. Directed to a variety of environmental concerns and pursuits. References. 1987, 307 pp., AB3 Was $4.00 NOW $2.00

APPALACHIA: A Meditation
Loyola University Press. Reflections by Al Fritsch with biblical quotations, punctuated with the penetrating photographs of Warren Brunner. 1986, 159 pp., AB4 WAS $7.95 NOW $4.45

Ecology and Religion: Scientists Speak
By John E. Carroll and Keith Warner, OFM, editors. Franciscan Press. 1998. Includes selections from a dozen scientists including Al Fritsch. AB5 $21.95   OUT OF PRINT

Greenspace: A Citizen's Guide to Proper Land Use
Al Fritsch surveys various land use practices and problems, outlining the broad perspective in an age of rapid land development. 1982, 115 pp., AB5    OUT OF STOCK

EarthHealing: A Resurrection Centered Approach
Bob Sears and Al Fritsch discuss environmental problems from two converging Judeo-Christian approaches. 1994, 152pp., AB6 WAS $16.00 NOW $8.00

Through the Seasons: A Celebration of Creation
Gene Wilhelm, Oikos Publications. Month-by-month descriptions of Pennsylvanian naturescapes, with color photographs. 1990, 74 pp., AB8 WAS $9.00 NOW $4.45

Appalachian Highlands: A Field Guide To Ecology
Gene Wilhelm, Ph.D., ASPI Publications. Introductory field guide to the natural history of the Appalachian Highlands - accompanied by many beautiful color photographs. 200 pp. AB9   $13.00

Eastern Old-Growth Forests:
Prospects For Rediscovery And Recovery.

Edited by Mary Byrd Davis. This is the first book devoted exclusively to old-growth forests throughout the Eastern United States. It contains 23 contributing chapters by experts in the field, with sections on the extent of forests, biological and cultural values, geographical identification, preservation and restoration.
An excellent reference book and a must for those interested in forest issues, with maps, an extensive glossary and index. Available in softback from ASPI Publications, 420 pp. AB11     OUT OF STOCK

The Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings
By Alex Wilson, Jennifer Thourne, & John Morrill;American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy, 2003 (216 pg)

This book is a must for homeowners!  Well organized and easy to read, each chapter has a list of recommendations summarizing how to save energy in one area of your home.  Helps identify your major energy uses, investment paybacks, and resultant reductions in polluntants.  It's full of helpful charts, graphs, diagrams and contact information.

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The Consumer's Guide to Effective Environmental Choices
by Michael Brower PhD, and Warren Leon, PhD; Union of Concerned Scientists,1999 (259 pg)

Warning... this book may relieve you of deeply held guilt! It helps you decide which actions make a difference, and which are not worth a lot of worry.  It debunks environmental "sacred cows" such as paper vs plastic and cloth vs disposables.  A marvelous informational resource.

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The End of Fossil Energy
by John Howe, McIntire Publishing, 2004 (99 pg)

A quick read for those wanting to learn about the post fossil fuel world we are heading toward with reckless abandon. Howe argues that remaining fossil fuel reserves should be used strategically to build the infrastructure for a renewable energy economy that will allow us an acceptable quality of life in the future.  He offers a detailed plan to help take us there.

WAS $5.00 NOW $2.50

 

 

 

The End of Suburbia - Oil Depletion and the Collapse of the American Dream (DVD),
by Barry Silverthorn & Gregory Greene, Hosted by Barrie Zwicker (78min) 2004

A real eye-opener!  It offers a fascinationg and humorous history of suburbia and sobering look at the prospects for the suburban lifestyle in the post peak oil era. 

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