Like all solar energy systems, off-grid systems use solar panels to harness the sun’s energy for residential or commercial buildings. However, unlike more common grid-tied systems, they store some of ...

"Did you speak to your neighbor prior to building?" Homeowner baffled after discovering neighbor's attempts to sabotage their ...

"It covers my whole home." Homeowner turns heads after sharing pictures of his family's DIY off-grid setup: 'Should make my ...

Georgia homesteader John (@belovedcabin) recently shared a wealth of background on his off-grid setup to his TikTok followers. The big question he's tackling is whether it's possible to get started ...

Off-grid solar systems generate and store power wherever the sun shines, making them a great green update to your home. Today, lots of one-stop-shop companies offer all the equipment, warranties and ...

Real energy independence can be tricky to accomplish, but during the past few years, I've accumulated some insights that aren't so obvious. The main misconceptions about life off-grid are that it's a ...

TikTok user Sarah (@its_sarahann_) is dispelling common misconceptions about off-grid life — and inspiring viewers to reconsider what it really means to live sustainably. In the video, Sarah provides ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Solar panels are an incredibly useful way to get power to buildings that aren't wired up to an electrical grid. Why use messy extension cords ...

The value of mobile solar becomes clearer in daily use. In an RV, solar panels can keep batteries charged during long drives or extended stops. This supports essentials like refrigeration, which helps ...

The author lives in a 2,000-square-foot solar-powered octagonal home made with post-and-beam logs and straw bale infill walls and insulation. Decades of problem-solving and experimenting have given ...

MyEnergy Engineering has completed an off grid 100 kW solar and 256 kWh battery system for a large-scale pig farm north of Adelaide, Australia.