Earth sheltering

Earth sheltering is the architectural practice of using earth against building walls for external thermal mass, to reduce heat loss, and to easily maintain a steady indoor air temperature. Earth sheltering is popular among advocates of passive solar and sustainable architecture, but the idea has been around for nearly as long as humans have been constructing their own shelter.

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