Appalachia – Science in the Public Interest
ASPI connects people with science-based resources, research, and programs for sustainable living in Appalachia. Explore, learn, and get involved.
Upcoming events
Intuitive Plant Medicine Workshop
Plant Workshops with Sacha Louise Mother & Herbalist | Rockcastle…
Latest from the Simple Living Blog
Seven has Always Been My Favorite Sacred Number
Autumn Landscape – William Reedy Seven has always been my favorite sacred number, & my…
‘When it rains in August, it rains honey & wine’
Giant Swallowtail visiting purple coneflower – Janet Kalisz ‘When it rains in August, it rains…
Veronica’s 2026 Summer Intern Experience with ASPI
My name is Veronica Entley. I am currently an incoming sophomore at the University of…
The Month of July was Named in 44 B.C.
American Sycamore, Platanus occidentalis – Janet Kalisz The month of July was named in 44…
Publications
Using the Compost from the Compost Toilet
Explains how compost from compost toilets can be used responsibly as part of a closed-loop…
Organic and Intensive Gardening
Introduces organic and intensive gardening methods aimed at increasing food production in limited space.
Coexisting with Wildlife
Offers practical perspectives on coexisting with wildlife in ways that support both habitat and human…
ORV Control Options
Examines options for ORV control with attention to land management, safety, and environmental protection.
Kudzu in Appalachia
Examines kudzu in Appalachia as an invasive plant issue with ecological and land-management implications.
Moratorium on Wild Ginseng
Discusses the case for a moratorium on wild ginseng in relation to conservation and long-term…
Naturalizing Your Backyard
Encourages naturalizing the backyard through landscaping choices that support habitat and ecological health.
Landscaping with Edibles
Shows how landscaping with edibles can combine food production with practical home and site design.