An Earthship is a type of passive solar home designed to be self-sufficient and sustainable.

It is typically constructed using natural and recycled materials, such as earth-filled tires, aluminum cans, and glass bottles, which are often combined with natural materials like adobe and hempcrete. Earthships are built to minimize their reliance on public utilities and fossil fuels by harnessing renewable energy sources like solar and wind power.

Key Features of Earthships:

Materials: Primarily made from recycled materials like tires and cans, along with natural materials.

Energy Efficiency: Uses thermal mass construction to regulate indoor temperatures naturally, reducing the need for heating and cooling systems.

Renewable Energy: Powered by solar, wind, and other renewable energy sources.

Water Harvesting: Collects and treats rainwater for household use, minimizing reliance on external water supplies.

Sewage Management: Treats its own sewage using planter beds.

Food Production: Often includes space for growing food, enhancing self-sufficiency.

History and Development:

Earthships were first developed in the 1970s by Michael_Reynolds in the southwestern United States. Since then, they have evolved and spread globally, with notable communities in places like Taos, New_Mexico, and Ironbank, Australia.