Dreams of energy independence and a simpler life are driving more Americans toward off-grid living than ever before. Interest in off-grid properties has surged since 2020, with more people seeking ...

When you start shopping for off grid appliances, it can feel like a rabbit hole. Propane refrigerators, solar fridges, DC refrigerators, wood stoves, and even tankless propane water heaters all ...

Have you ever wanted to go fully off-grid and "find yourself" in the woods, living off the land, with only your wits and survival skills to keep you alive? Oh, no? But you could pretend, at least ...

While “off grid” specifically denotes energy that is not connected to the electrical grid, many individuals use the term in a wider context to refer to a lifestyle that emphasizes self-sufficiency and ...

When my husband inherited rural land, we moved from the Northeast to live off-grid in West Virginia. Our experience has been challenging: I felt lonely at first, and our home requires a lot of upkeep.

One of the questions I’m asked most often is whether I think the future of power in the U.S. will be on-grid or off-grid. My answer is that it's the wrong question. Like most complex subjects—and ...