Dubbed as “The epic story of radical earthship eco architect Michael Reynolds, and his fight to build off-the-grid self-sufficient communities,” this film covers one man's questioning the status quo. For 30 years New Mexico-based Reynolds and his green disciples have devoted their time to advancing the art of "Earthship Biotecture" where design and function converge in eco-harmony.
Some of his homes can run 100% off grid, but due to the technicalities of law and building codes, a self-sufficient home's mechanics are "supplemental" instead of "exclusive".
Watch the trailer below. Buy the movie, rent the movie or add it to your Netflix queue.
Some of his homes can run 100% off grid, but due to the technicalities of law and building codes, a self-sufficient home's mechanics are "supplemental" instead of "exclusive".
Watch the trailer below. Buy the movie, rent the movie or add it to your Netflix queue.
If you want to watch the full movie on the web, go here.
The Earthship Biotecture is defined by these six principles:
Truly inspirational.
The Earthship Biotecture is defined by these six principles:
- Thermal/Solar Heating & Cooling
- Solar and Wind Electricity
- Contained Sewage Treatment
- Building with Natural & Recycled Materials
- Water Harvesting
- Food Production
Truly inspirational.