Whether you’re hiking, camping, or just want to drink fresh filtered tap water, a purifier bottle is a great option. However, there now seems to be more to choose from than ever before. To help you find which bottle is best for you, I’ve selected two of the most versatile lightweight options to compare against…
If you want to live off-grid, it’s vital that you know whether it’s accepted in your local area. Each state has a slightly different approach that may dictate whether you’re successful or not. The Peach State is known for its agricultural prowess, but is it suitable for off-grid living? Georgia is a great place to…
Insuring your home is a critical way to minimize your losses should the worst happen, but paying the premium can be an expense that you could do without. If your home is off-grid, is this likely to drive up the cost of the policy? Some features of off-grid homes can put them at greater risk…
For those who really love animals, the thought of having lots of pets is not a big deal. But is keeping lots of pets and exotic animals, or starting a private zoo possible when you’re off-grid? It is possible to have a zoo off the grid, but you’re likely to need a large budget to…
LifeStraw was initially designed to be distributed in developing nations and during times of humanitarian crisis. Its simple design allows anyone to drink safely from dirty water sources like puddles and ponds. Since then, portable water filters have come a long way, and it’s got a lot of competition. To see if the LifeStraw is…
Refrigerators are an essential item for most homes. When you’re living off-grid, they can be one of your most significant power uses. But what options are there to ensure that your fridge is efficient enough for your off-grid lifestyle? You can either make your off-grid power supply large enough to power your standard fridge or…
In many cases, the off-grid lifestyle can save you money; however, getting started and setting up your home can be expensive. There are solar panels to fit, tools, and equipment to buy and maybe even the courses and training you need to develop some necessary skills. To fund all this, you’ll likely need a regular…
When you’re preparing to take your home off-grid, you may think that solar panels are the ideal way to power your appliances. Solar electricity has numerous benefits, but many off-grid homes use propane as an alternative. It’s likely that everyone will have their own preference, but which alternative power source would be the true winner…
The idea of living off-grid has become increasingly popular as more and more people become environmentally conscious. However, before taking the plunge, homeowners should consider if going off-grid may impact their home’s value. Sure, shows like Unplugged Nation and Building Off the Grid are entertaining, but is going all off-grid the right choice for you…
There are many reasons why people are becoming more interested in living off-grid. At first, it doesn’t seem logical. Why would anyone want to give up the convenience of modern life? But over 300,000 people have already made this move. Living off-grid is worth it. It is a responsible alternative to modern consumerist lifestyles. Technology…