Volume 1#2 July/August/September 2009

Volume 1#2


Features:
Sustainable Gardening: The evolution of Leland Miyano's garden
Natural Lighting: Spread daylight throughout your home
Conscious Cuisine: Unlocking the flavors of organic

Plus:
Eating for the Health of the Planet; Style Guide: Beachin' It; Harvesting Wave Energy and more...

Planting With Purpose


Landscape designer, sculptor and naturalist Leland Miyano demonstrates backyard sustainability with a curious penchant for natives, edibles and experimentation.

Natural Illumination


Solar light tubes, tubular skylights or tubular daylighting devices, whichever you prefer to call them, have been around nearly 20 years, lighting peoples' homes naturally. They offer an attractive, cost-saving way to light large spaces in your home during the day, without ever having to flip on the light switch.

Going To Town


Town restaurant, in Kaimuki, has forged itself into one of the most respected and environmentally respected restaurants in the Honolulu dining scene with the freshest of local meats and produce and a flair for taste to match.

Time For Change


Brad Albert, president of the Hawai'i PV Coalition, talks story about the need for updated solar energy policy and the critical steps to build a foundation of sustainable success in the islands.

DIY: Rainwater Catchment for the Urban Gardener


Learn the step-by-step process of building a simple rainwater catchment system to capture rooftop downpours for your thirsty garden.

Planet Earth


Harnessing wave energy is a viable method for obtaining alternative energy in Portugal and the technology is something we will see off the coast of our islands in the near future.

Eating for the Health of the Planet


Considering daily health choices for your health as well as the health of Mother Earth.

Money Machines


The money saving benefits of solar hot water systems for Hawai'i.

The Right Track


What's the status of Honolulu's proposed rail transit system and where is it headed.