We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Solar panels are an incredibly useful way to get power to buildings that aren't wired up to an electrical grid. Why use messy extension cords ...

Welcome to our series answering reader questions and concerns about how to cut the utility company cord. I currently use wood to heat my off-grid home but would like to figure out my options for using ...

Not everyone is on the solar power bandwagon just yet. The overall driving question is: Is it worth the cost? One YouTuber, The Old Jarhead (@TheOldJarhead), said: "I am my own power company." But ...

An autonomous off-grid solar system can be surprisingly economical under the right circumstances — but there's no accounting for disputes like these. Still, if you're interested in sustaining your ...

A confused Reddit user asked r/Solar for clarity on off-grid versus grid-tied solar power. Regardless of the type, the answer is clear: Solar panels are one of the best forms of clean energy. "Why do ...

Blackouts happen. They can be a minor inconvenience, a serious health concern or something in between, but most people would rather avoid them, especially if they're unprepared. The rise in rooftop ...

It turns out solar panels can generate power even when they're covered in snow. Off-grid rancher Jason (@HanbleceyaRanch) showed the proof in a short video. The setup in Maine was generating 113 watts ...

Colorado homeowners are getting a preview of what the future could hold: longer, more frequent electrical outages that leave neighborhoods in the dark, sometimes with little warning. From extreme ...

Some simple physics makes it possible to power your home with sunshine. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners of NerdWallet, but this does not influence our ...

Australia's off-grid communities used to be seen by some as hippy communes. These days, they're more high-tech — and a more affordable housing option.