In 2020, there was a spike in searches for off-grid homes and a general trend of moving to rural areas. Rural housing applications spiked by 80% during the pandemic, according to Fannie Mae. Overall, ...

Off-grid living often stirs up romantic notions of freedom, simplicity, and self-sufficiency. But the reality is far more nuanced than the myths that surround it. From fears about isolation to ...

Daily life off-grid is far more labor-intensive than most people anticipate. Even something as simple as doing laundry ...

A couple saving money to build a home shared their current off-grid living setup, capturing the attention of many people online. Posting to the r/OffGrid subreddit, one person shared their current ...

In the early days of the COVID-19 lockdown, Eric Mack moved his family into a half-built house outside Taos, New Mexico, and devoted himself to going off the grid. “Everyone needed a pandemic project, ...

CORRECTION: This story was updated to correct the square mileage of Wilmington. If you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life in favor of taking in fresh air and wide-open spaces, you ...

Terry Clark wanted a weekend getaway. Instead, he found so much more. Known for its off-the-grid lifestyle, Clark discovered a passion for sustainable living in the semi-remote community of Cold Creek ...

People seeking their ideal “off-grid” home should perhaps start their hunt in Oregon. Two Oregon counties made the list of Top 150 Off-Grid Living Locations, with one Oregon county taking the No. 1 ...

If you’re looking to pull up stakes and take on off-grid living, the Ozarks might be the place for you. According to a new survey, four counties and one region in the Ozarks have been named as the ...

Looking to get away from the bustle of the city? Suburbia just not for you? An off-grid lifestyle might appeal to you. According to a recent poll, three Illinois counties are among the best for ...

Those who think that all tiny homes have white interiors, simplistic layouts, and common features simply haven't heard of builders such as Ridgeline. This Australian brand has become synonymous with ...

Human life is largely dependent on power, and the best power stations from CES 2026 showed us how they create a difference in ...