June 2nd, 2010
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When you think about sustainable landscaping, you probably consider water efficiency and using low-maintenance native plantings. But do you think about energy efficiency? Cooling the air, cooling the ground, and harnessing the sun, wind, and water? Landscape architect Sue Reed has put together a comprehensive resource on the topic in Energy-Wise Landscape Design: A New Approach for your Home and Garden. In the new book by New Society Publishers, Reed explains how to save money and energy, while creating a beautiful and natural landscape.
The publisher was kind enough to send us a review copy of Reed’s book, which covers the following topics:
- Ch1: The Sun and the Wind
- Ch2: Shading the House
- Ch3: Cooling the Air Around the House
- Ch4: Cooling the Ground Near the House
- Ch5: Taking Advantage of the Sun’s Heat
- Ch6: Reducing the Chilling Effect of Winter Wind
- Ch7: Creating Healthy Working Ecosystems
- Ch8: Reducing (or Eliminating) Lawn
- Ch9: Using Water Efficiently
- Ch10: Fitting the Landscape to the Land
- Ch11: Designing the Car Zone
- Ch12: Making the Most of Every Element
- Ch13: Situating New Homes with Energy in Mind
- Ch14: Installing and Maintaining Planted Areas
- Ch15: Building Structures in the Landscape
- Ch16: Constructing New Homesites
- Ch17: Making Electricity from Sunlight
- Ch18: Generating Electricity from the Wind
- Ch19: Harnessing the Energy of Flowing Water
- Ch20: Capturing the Warmth of the Ground
- Ch21: Lighting with Energy in Mind
Reed provides general guidelines backed up by design tips, construction tips, and action items to implement the guidelines successfully. As a result, I think you’ll find Energy-Wise Landscape Design both highly informative and simply understood at the same time.
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