"Not safe." Homeowner faces flood of criticism after sharing photo of DIY off-grid setup: 'I wouldn't chance it' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Join me as I embark on my first-ever vintage camper renovation, focusing on creating a fully off-grid solar power setup. I will be tackling various tasks, from wiring to panel placement, and sharing ...

Massachusetts-based KiloVault has launched Uniti EcoFreedom, a new energy storage system for offgrid solar installations. The battery is pre-wired with a single-phase AC inverter and is designed as a ...

She noted that everything used in the home has been off-grid to save money, but the plan is to have an electric metered base ...

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 ...

After one of my most recent Alibaba import adventures, I was left with a shipping container in my yard. These engineering wonders are great for many uses outside of merely transferring goods around ...

Best solar investments for your home. 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 ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...