Off-grid communities can be often be portrayed as either a gimmick or just too good to be true. What do they actually offer? Where are some of the best? How do you go about becoming part of...

When going off-grid, choosing an effective and efficient freezer is an important consideration. There are two main choices to decide between – solar electric or propane. Propane freezers are...

Being more self-sufficient and self-reliant has become increasingly popular over the last few years. With so much uncertainty and many factors that influence various supply chains, the idea of...

If your home is off the grid or soon will be, there is no need to give up the luxury of a hot shower. With some creative thinking, any off-grid home can have a practical working shower. To design...

Finding out whether it's legal to take your home off-grid or to build an off-grid property is a complicated business. With cities and counties enforcing different areas of federal legislation and...

When you live off-grid, you’re particularly at risk of emergencies. Finding yourself without power or water, being snowed in or being at the mercy of a natural disaster could be fatal if you’re...