EnviroMeasures

12/27/2025

Happy Holidays and Peas on Earth!

11/08/2025

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What is the history behind Britain's sewer gas destructor lamps and is there really one on Farting Lane?Special thanks to Tammy Tour Guide for her fantastic ...

11/04/2025

Featuring SludgeHammer Biological Septic Tank Treatment.

11/01/2025

Greywater system with 12v backup sump pump system.

10/25/2025

10/25/2025

Testing out gravity fed greywater mulch basin system.

10/25/2025

In the sun-scorched dunes of southern Morocco, where temperatures soar and water is precious, innovation has taken a deeply traditional turn. Local artisans are weaving water tanks from cactus fibers — natural, biodegradable structures that can keep water cool for days without a single drop of plastic.

These tanks are made using the resilient agave cactus, whose fibrous leaves are stripped, dried, and twisted into ropes before being woven into tight, breathable layers. The secret lies in the cactus’ cellular structure, which absorbs moisture and releases it slowly, creating natural evaporative cooling — a desert version of the clay pot’s miracle.

Unlike plastic or metal tanks, these cactus-fiber vessels don’t leach chemicals or overheat under the brutal desert sun. They are lightweight, locally sourced, and fully compostable at the end of their life — turning waste into earth once more.

The project began as a community experiment led by eco-engineers and Berber weavers, blending ancestral craft with modern environmental science. Now, entire villages are adopting them, reducing dependence on imported plastics and reviving ancient weaving traditions nearly lost to industrialization.

Each cactus tank stands as a symbol of harmony — between ingenuity and ecology, between old hands and new minds. In the quiet heat of Morocco’s Sahara, sustainability isn’t a luxury — it’s survival, beautifully crafted. 🌵💧

10/17/2025

In Mexico, traditional adobe houses are getting a natural upgrade with the use of cactus juice as a protective coating. This age-old technique, revived with modern understanding, involves extracting liquid from prickly pear cactus pads and applying it to adobe walls. The result is a natural sealant that makes the earthen structures both waterproof and insect-resistant—without the use of synthetic chemicals.

Adobe, made from clay, sand, straw, and water, is a sustainable and affordable building material well-suited to Mexico’s climate. However, its vulnerability to rain and pests has long been a challenge. The cactus juice, rich in mucilage, forms a breathable layer over the surface. It repels water while allowing moisture to escape from within the walls, preventing mold and structural weakening.

The process is simple and cost-effective. The cactus pads are harvested, boiled or soaked, and the resulting gel is mixed with water and lime before being brushed onto the adobe. Once dry, the coating becomes a thin, invisible shield that extends the life of the building and reduces maintenance needs.

This method is gaining renewed popularity in rural and semi-urban communities where people are looking for low-cost, eco-friendly ways to preserve their homes. It also reinforces cultural traditions that honor nature as part of everyday living.

By blending indigenous knowledge with sustainable construction, Mexico is proving that innovation can be rooted in the wisdom of the past.

10/13/2025

Here you go...

Small-scale aquaponic food production manual.

Click to download: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10rKiCPhvaE1cNUuqQuX4k43UFSCmCULG/view?usp=sharing

09/10/2025