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Author(s): Mike Oehler
ISBN(s): 0960446400
Edition: 1st
File Details: PDF, 24.45 MB
Year: 2007
Language: english
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ISBN 10: 0960446400 
ISBN 13: 9780960446407
Author: Mike Oehler

The Earth-Sheltered Solar Greenhouse Book is the first to promote the benefits of both passive solar energy and earth sheltering in greenhouse design. This combination results in greenhouses which need no additional heating. The captured sun s energy and that which is stored in the earth is enough for successful year round harvest. Gone are costly heating bills. Gone is the squander of non-renewable energy resources. This is because above-ground greenhouses get natural heat at night from only one side, the floor. They lose heat from the other five sides. The properly designed earth-sheltered greenhouse is naturally warmed at night — and in the winter — from five sides and loses heat from only one. The ratio is exactly reversed. This book has it all. It takes you step by step through the construction of an inexpensive greenhouse which may be built with either newly purchased or salvaged building materials for pennies on the dollar. It explains the author s unique Post/Shoring/Polyethylene construction methods and design techniques which Countryside Magazine called Revolutionary… innovative and ingenious…a totally different concept. In its way it is both as simple and as amazingly ingenious as a paperclip. The book deals heavily with design so that you may custom build your own greenhouse perfect for your particular climate and needs. It tells you how to use gravity to warm your winter plants; how to effectively capture and store the sun s heat; how to make up for poor sunlight free of cost; how to automatically vent without power; how to choose the best glazing for your project; where to find free building materials; when to use heat tubes and when not to; how to use a root cellar in tandem with the greenhouse; where to use insulation with wonderful effect (and where to absolutely avoid it); how to deal with plant pests organically; what animals should be living in your greenhouse; and hundreds of more tips. The Earth-Sheltered Solar Greenhouse Book has 230 pages with nearly 200 illustrations, photos, diagrams, lists, charts and drawings. It contains all the information you need to free you from the pesticide, herbicide, fungicide, waxed, and E-coli laden, genetically modified and irradiated supermarket produce.

The Earth Sheltered Solar Greenhouse Book 1st Table of contents:

  • Fundamentals of Solar Greenhouse Design

    • Understanding Solar Energy and Greenhouse Effect

    • Principles of Passive Solar Heating

    • The Role of Orientation and Location in Solar Greenhouses

    • Insulation and Thermal Mass: Key Components of Earth Sheltered Design

  • Site Selection and Planning

    • How to Choose the Right Location for Your Solar Greenhouse

    • Understanding Climate and Seasonal Variations

    • Assessing Soil and Terrain for Earth Sheltering

    • Planning for Access and Water Supply

  • Designing Your Earth Sheltered Solar Greenhouse

    • Basic Design Principles: Size, Shape, and Layout

    • Thermal Mass and Insulation: The Core of Efficiency

    • Glazing and Transparent Materials for Solar Gain

    • Designing for Airflow and Ventilation

    • Creating the Ideal Growing Environment for Plants

  • Building Materials and Construction Techniques

    • Choosing the Right Materials for Earth Sheltering

    • Building with Earth: Rammed Earth, Straw Bale, and Cob

    • Traditional vs. Modern Construction Methods

    • DIY vs. Professional Help: What You Need to Know

    • Waterproofing, Drainage, and Foundation Considerations

  • Integrating Renewable Energy Systems

    • Solar Power for Off-Grid Greenhouses

    • Water Harvesting and Rainwater Systems

    • Wind and Geothermal Energy Integration

    • Creating a Self-Sustaining Growing Environment

  • Climate Control in an Earth Sheltered Solar Greenhouse

    • Temperature Regulation Using Passive Solar Techniques

    • Managing Humidity and Air Circulation

    • Seasonal Adjustments and Preparing for Extreme Conditions

    • Using Thermal Mass for Nighttime Heat Retention

  • Plant Selection and Growing Techniques

    • Choosing Plants for Solar Greenhouses: What Works Best

    • Companion Planting and Maximizing Space

    • Seasonal Growing Strategies for Year-Round Harvest

    • Soil Management and Organic Growing Practices

    • Irrigation Methods for Earth Sheltered Greenhouses

  • Maintenance and Long-Term Sustainability

    • Routine Maintenance Tasks for Earth Sheltered Greenhouses

    • Repairing and Replacing Glazing and Insulation

    • Pest Control and Preventative Measures

    • Maintaining Optimal Conditions Through the Seasons

  • Advanced Techniques for Efficiency

    • Using Thermal Storage to Extend the Growing Season

    • Advanced Ventilation Systems: Manual vs. Automatic

    • Greenhouse Automation for Efficiency

    • Integrating Earth Sheltered Greenhouses into Broader Permaculture Systems

  • Case Studies: Real-World Examples of Earth Sheltered Solar Greenhouses

    • Successful Projects and Lessons Learned

    • Personal Accounts of Building and Using Earth Sheltered Greenhouses

    • Analysis of Various Designs and Their Performance in Different Climates

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