Earthship n. 1. passive solar home made of natural and recycled materials 2. thermal mass construction for temperature stabilization. 3. renewable energy & integrated water systems make the Earthship an off-grid home with little to no utility bills.

Earthships are buildings that...

• Heat and cool themselves naturally through a combination of passive solar design and thermal dynamics

• Collect their own power from the sun and wind

• Harvest their own water from rain and snow melt

• Have sewage containment and treatment on site

• Produce food in significant quantities

• Utilize materials that are byproducts of modern society like cans, bottles and tires

Biotecture n. 1. the profession of designing buildings and environments with consideration for their sustainability. 2. A combination of biology and architecture

Earthship was founded by Biotect Michael Reynolds in Taos, New Mexico, USA.