Mother Earth News 2011

Mother Earth News is the original guide to living wisely. Launched in 1970, each

bimonthly issue of Mother Earth News features practical and money-saving

information on cutting energy costs; using renewable energy; organic gardening;

green home building and remodeling; fun do-it-yourself projects; and

conscientious, self-sufficient lifestyles

Grow $700 of Food in 100 Square Feet!
Edible-landscaping expert Rosalind Creasy reports on the incredible productivity

of her 100-square-foot garden, showing that, if more Americans grew a little

food instead of so much grass our savings on grocery bills would be astounding.

Glorious Heirloom Fruits and Vegetables
With its 2010 calendar filled with garden-fresh recipes and vibrant photos, the

Seed Savers Exchange delivers an elegant celebration of garden diversity. This

exclusive sampling of the calendars recipes showcases everything from green

beans to honeydew.

Do-it-yourself Pole-barn Building
Add sturdy shelter to your homestead easily and economically using this

pole-building technique. If youve never constructed anything large before, then

a pole building is a great place to start.

Green Energy Breakthroughs
From smart grids to better solar panels, a world of emerging technology promises

to help us produce more renewable energy and consume fewer fossil fuels. Hereïs

a rundown of five developments we think will make a difference in the near

future.

Patagonia: Making a Profit and Meeting Environmental Challenges
Outdoor-clothing company Patagonia is known for its green products and

sustainable business model. Founder Yvon Chouinard chats with us about the

companys history, environmental ethic, their recycled and recyclable outdoor

clothing, and how they're leading the way in environmental conscious business.