What is a Heat Pump Water Heater?
Heat pump hot water heaters, also known as hybrid hot water heaters, are the most energy-efficient type of water heater available on the market. A heat pump water heater (HPWH) is a type of
Off-Grid Induction Cooking.
"I live full time off grid with just a small solar power system so I use low power appliances for cooking. I have an air fryer, electric skillet, toaster oven and sandwich makers that
‘Virtual power plants’ can help transition to the future.
With the world reaching its hottest global temperature earlier this month, power grids are being tested everywhere as they try to keep up with the rising temperatures. But battery maker sonnen (spelled with a
4 Amazing Offgrid Architectural Designs
OFF-THE-GRID LIVING is experiencing a renaissance. Dwellings devised to support a sustainable lifestyle could help us adapt to some of our biggest present-day challenges—from a lack of housing for the world’s growing population to pollution
Sustainable Design: The Logical Path to Responsible Building
In an era of escalating environmental concerns and the urgent need to mitigate climate change, sustainable design for buildings has emerged as a paramount solution. Sustainable design seeks to create structures that minimize their
Living Off-grid in Taos, New Mexico
With its flooding, dustiness, droughts and packs of coyotes, New Mexico is not an easy place to live off-grid. Despite this, New Mexico is becoming increasingly popular as a place for people who want
How Do Earthships Work?
An Earthship home is a type of passive solar house that is made of both natural and upcycled materials (such as earth-packed tires). Earthships can be completely off-grid or partially off-grid. Earthships can be built
Off Grid and Self-Sustaining Homes with Jonah Reynolds
Have you heard of Earth Ships? This episode is with Jonah Reynolds, Earthship Biotect - which is the number one eco-construction and self-sufficient living design. Off-grid, self-sustainable houses. Absolutely an alternative investment. We
What is the advantage of a 24v system over a 12v system?
You can get much bigger inverters on 24V or 48V than 12V. There are a number advantages in opting for a higher DC supply voltage. - For any given load, half the DC current