Solar installations are rising and the cost of solar panels are dropping. This is good news – right? Yes! However, solar can still be very expensive if you are planning to run a traditionally sized home. Check out our tips to help you get going.
Alternative Energy
Off-grid living brings a number of challenges on how to meet your basic needs. One of them is heating your home in the winter. Wood heat and propane are the two most popular options when you live off-grid. You can choose one over the other or possibly pick both.
As in my article comparing solar versus propane refrigeration, I am going to give you tips based on my 25+ years of living off the grid.
There are many advantages and disadvantages to both wood and propane. Let’s compare them.
Alternative Energy, Renewable Energy
Setting up a Geothermal system is one way you can harness clean energy directly under your feet. If you are thinking about heating, ventilation, and air conditioning while off-grid, then you are thinking of Geothermal energy.
Building Off-Grid Cabin, Prepping
If the past two years have taught us anything, it’s that we need to be prepared. Getting ready for a disaster is just common sense.
Hurricanes, tornados, and wildfires are increasing in severity. Economic disruptions caused by pandemics, wars, or inflation can cause household emergencies.
Alternative Energy
Keeping our phones charged all the time can be pretty challenging, especially when we are out backpacking, hiking, camping, or even spending the day in the park.
Fortunately, there is a clean and easy way to keep our phones charged without the need for wall outlets. Solar-powered phone chargers.
