Thursday, October 11, 2012

Earthship Biotecture with Michael Reynolds


"Earthship Biotecture:" Renegade New Mexico Architect's Radical Approach to Sustainable Living

by Democracy Now!

New Mexico residents are trying to a break free from Los Alamos’ nuclear legacy by creating more environmentally sound ways of living. At the forefront of this struggle is renegade architect Michael Reynolds, creator of radically sustainable living options through a process called "Earthship Biotecture." Reynolds’ solar homes are created from natural and recycled materials, including aluminum cans, plastic bottles and used tires. These off-the-grid homes minimize their reliance on public utilities and fossil fuels by harnessing their energy from the sun and wind turbines. In Taos, New Mexico, Reynolds gives us a tour of one of the sustainable-living homes he created.

Guest: Michael Reynolds, creator of radically sustainable living options through a process called "Earthship Biotecture."