Sustainability

Sustainability guides how we protect the planet. From zero-waste living to green energy, each step supports long-term change. Explore ideas that reduce impact and build a better future. Learn about ethical choices, eco innovations, and climate solutions. Whether at home or in business, small shifts can lead to big results.

What Is a Hobby Farm?

Unlike commercial farms, hobby farms focus on passion over productivity. Whether raising chickens, growing organic veggies, or keeping bees, they offer a rewarding way to reconnect with the land and embrace sustainable living.

How to Start a Hobby Farm

Starting a hobby farm doesn’t require hundreds of acres—just passion, planning, and a love for the land. From choosing animals to planting vegetables, this beginner’s guide helps you grow food, raise livestock, and live closer to nature.

Habitat for Humanity is creating a 3D printed home for a family of 3 in Virginia

In Williamsburg, Virginia, Habitat for Humanity partnered with Alquist 3D to construct a 1,200-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-bathroom home using 3D printing technology. The concrete exterior walls were printed in approximately 28 hours, significantly reducing construction time. The home is EarthCraft-certified, emphasizing energy efficiency and sustainability. Homeowner April Stringfield and her son moved in after she completed the required 300 hours of sweat equity through the Habitat Homebuyer Program. This project showcases the potential of 3D printing in addressing affordable housing needs.