What is a Carbon Footprint
What is a carbon footprint, how does it affect us, and what can you do to help?
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How to Achieve a Zero Waste Lifestyle
What, Why & How to be Zero Waste
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Sustainability
What is sustainability? How does it affect me? What does it have to do with tiny living?
What does it mean to live off-grid?
Off-grid living has been growing in popularity in recent years. There are different interpretations of what off-grid living is; however, generally, 0ff-grid living implies that where you live is not connected to the electrical grid. This means that people that live off-grid must use some form of renewable energy if they wish to have electricity.
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Are Composting Toilets Allowed in Massachusetts?
Composting toilets and greywater systems can be a great solution for how to deal with waste water. But are you allowed to use them on your own land in MA? Spoiler alert: Like pretty much every code, there’s not a single easy answer that applies everywhere. According to mass.gov, for residential homes: “Title 5 (310
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All About Composting Toilets
Composting toilet Composting toilets are the best option for those wishing to live sustainability and off-grid. Composting toilets will cost more upfront and will require additional steps; however, they also save water, energy, and waste can be recycled as fertilizer. Good quality composting toilets are relatively odorless. Most of the toilets will have a fan
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Grid-Tied vs. Off-Grid Solar Power in Tiny Homes
Picking the Best Solar Power Option Many tiny home owners chose to adopt the minimalist lifestyle in order to live more sustainably. Solar panels offer a great form of renewable energy, but there are many considerations that you will need to keep in mind before you decide if solar power is the right option for
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