Living off the grid entails adopting a more sustainable, self-sufficient, and natural way of life. Living off the grid is not a choice for some, but rather a necessity. People who live in remote areas where utilities do not reach require alternative means of producing their own electricity. Others who live in areas with grid access consider off-grid living to be generating their own power to reduce electricity bills and having backup power in case the grid goes down.

How To Live Off The Grid?

Solar energy is still the choice of many people who live off the grid because it is reliable. Wind and water are both natural sources of energy, but wind is unstable and water can dry up. Rooftop solar panels are the most efficient option. Most residential energy needs can be met by the energy produced by solar panels. And when used in conjunction with a storage device, like a lithium iron phosphate battery, you’ll have access to electricity when the grid is down.

What Are The Benefits Of Off-Grid Living?

• Minimizes carbon footprint
• Avoids inflation and rising energy prices, reduces energy bills
• Protects against power outages/grid instability
• Raises home value