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I came across the idea of an earth sheltered greenhouse that makes it possible to grow veggies and fruits in colder climates, year round. Here is the article:
http://www.treehugger.com/green-architecture/build-underground-greenhouse-garden-year-round.html
For some reason, I have always been intrigued by earth sheltered homes (probably because of my Sci-Fi enthusiasm ). Now I wonder, if this would be an option to accommodate tortoises in the winter/on colder days? According to the video, the environment is also humid, which is a plus. How would it be possible to regulate temperature? Could you use a small solar panel to power devices?
To me, it seems a reasonable idea to house tortoises. I am sure it takes a lot of work and some investment, but it might pay off. And offer more space than a bedroom.
This is purely hypothetical, as I do not own a plot of land where I would be allowed to make such extensive changes. But I hope to do so one day.
Opinions?
http://www.treehugger.com/green-architecture/build-underground-greenhouse-garden-year-round.html
For some reason, I have always been intrigued by earth sheltered homes (probably because of my Sci-Fi enthusiasm ). Now I wonder, if this would be an option to accommodate tortoises in the winter/on colder days? According to the video, the environment is also humid, which is a plus. How would it be possible to regulate temperature? Could you use a small solar panel to power devices?
To me, it seems a reasonable idea to house tortoises. I am sure it takes a lot of work and some investment, but it might pay off. And offer more space than a bedroom.
This is purely hypothetical, as I do not own a plot of land where I would be allowed to make such extensive changes. But I hope to do so one day.
Opinions?