Throughout history, people have bathed in public rather than in private. Should we bring back the public bathhouse for the sake of sustainability?
We have launched the third volume in a new series of books opening up Low-tech Magazine’s archive by theme.
Using solar panels without backup infrastructure makes renewable energy production much more affordable, efficient and sustainable.
How energy-efficient a home is depends not only on the energy label but also on the lifestyle.
A fireless cooker doubles the efficiency of any type of cooking device because it shortens the time on the fire and limits heat transfer losses
Modern research, which combines ancient knowledge with fast computing techniques, shows that passive solar cities are a realistic option, allowing for surprisingly high population densities.
Modern thermal underclothing offers the possibility to turn the thermostat much lower without sacrificing comfort or sex appeal.