Mel Riser http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/member/4/4/f/2/member_1397650.jpeg
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Affordable Green Shelter http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/4/b/0/global_77469392.jpeg 20111205
Richardson, TX 75081

Location:

Austin, TXUSA 78726
Hometown: Austin

Member since:

January 24, 2012

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Introduction

Concrete fan... would love to learn more about this for housing and water tanks

Are you ready to think outside the box?

already way outside the box

WAY outside the box?

funny you ask...

Why do you think green building is important?

I think SMART building is important, nothing is green.

Do you have any construction experience?

yes quite a bit, and lots of concrete and brick work experience. Also participated in a Monolithic Dome workshop in Italy Texas. Own a ferrocement houseboat, that I am converting to solar and electric hybrid power. Yep a concrete boat.

What is your opinion on "green building" as it is commonly portrayed in the media?

green washing promotes more consumberism. We need to promote smart buildings that last...

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  • Hello Mel.
    I love concrete boats. (or rather cement boats). Got a book on how to make em. Got the stuff TO make em.

    I get to define what "green" is in this group. And I don't use the BS metrics the media wants to use. The word has actual meaning here, and it is relative. Please wipe feet of abused terminology when entering. Chlorine foot bath is over there. Thanks.

    What did you think of the Monolithic methods? Their buildings do last...

    Jan 24, 2012 6:33 PM
  • Hey Mel, welcome to the Texas TransFarmers Group. There is lots to learn here and I am sure you have lots to contribute. Look forward to Meeting you soon - arturo.

    Aug 05, 2011 12:33 PM
  • Hey Mel! You won a silent auction item: Ron Pauls End the Fed book. Call me and we'll figure out how to get it to you :) [masked]

    Dec 28, 2010 10:19 AM
  • Hey Mel - I know you have to work, but I hope you can come tonight to the "after party" :-)

    Jan 11, 2010 8:41 AM
  • I am so happy you have joined our local C4L group. I look forward to getting to know you!

    Dec 21, 2009 11:43 PM
  • Hey Mel, Thank you for joining the group! We look forward to meeting you at our first monthly meetup meeting!

    May 26, 2009 3:36 PM
  • I just saw your post. I cant remember what I was talking about..when you say something about Monroe, La!?!? My family is from there. I graduated from Neville High School! :)

    Apr 17, 2009 1:29 AM
  • Hi Mel. I am organizing a food and farm retreat, in Pescadero, California. My vision is similar to yours. I would love to talk to you over email. Check out my blog at www.projectfoodandfarmretreat.blogspot.com. Please email me at [masked] for your thoughts, input, anything...

    Jul 15, 2008 11:25 PM
  • So, Mel,

    I want to invite everyone to D~B~L. How do I post to the whole group? Thanks!

    -HR

    Feb 29, 2008 8:30 AM
  • We are headed to Colorado Bend State Park today. Can kayak on Thurs. and/or Fri. and Sun. Caving and creeking on Saturday. Will also be mountain biking and hiking. Anyone is welcome to join us.

    Thanks,

    Murphy
    [masked]
    [masked]

    >We will be arriving Wed. day, camping through Sat. night, and departing on Sun. day. Our campsite is one of the primitive ones on the river near the top of this page.

    Nov 21, 2007 11:21 AM
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