2006 roundup #11: The year of DIY solar
In 2006 we learned to make some pretty impressive goods at home: wallpaper paste, non-toxic wall paint, a solar oven capable of baking bread in midwinter, a solar heater costing under £200, and, my personal favourite, a one watt solar panel costing only £1 which is sensitive enough to generate power even in areas as overcast as Wales. All of these DIYs are affordable, reduce your ecological footprint, and are within the technical capabilities of a normal human. Between the hippy urge and the democracy of the internet, what were once inaccessibly technical projects are now getting within the reach of the regular home handyman. (Not to mention the savings, and better air quality indoors from skipping the toxic paints and glues!) [GT]
DIY Wallpaper Paste | Make your own eco-friendly paint | Build your own solar oven | Build your own solar heater for under £200 | DIY Solar - even in Wales!
