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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

 

FREE GARDEN BOOK

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

 

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

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   $26.00

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

 


 

 

 

 

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