Converted from standard shipping containers, container homes offer advantages such as low construction cost, robust structure ...

As part of my years of reviewing home security tech, I've noted the best devices that work off-grid, so you don't need the internet or a connection to a larger electrical grid to use them. That ...

TORONTO, Aug. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alkaline Fuel Cell Power Corp. (NEO: PWWR) (OTCQB: ALKFF) (Frankfurt: 77R, WKN: A3CTYF) (“AFCP” or the “Company ...

Across the globe, commercial and residential areas have begun transitioning to greener energy solutions. If you’re thinking about making the eco-friendly switch, outfitting your home with a solar ...

Battery backup will keep your off-grid or grid-tied home powered up when the grid goes down. Grid-tied vs. off-grid solar: decide whether a grid-tied solar system with battery backup or an off-grid ...

I'm in Tampa on my 5th day without power. I have a rechargeable battery and solar panels that meets my family's basic needs. I want to expand our offline power to increase our comfort the next time a ...

"People dream of living off grid, but it's a nightmare," she says. She wants to stay in a house she loves but worries about ...

Many homeowners are surprised to learn that most solar systems stop working during an outage — even on sunny days. That’s why many people add a backup generator (or solar batteries) to make sure their ...

Off-grid living is often associated with survivalists or doomsday preppers, but this stereotype overlooks the diverse ...

I've compiled a list of expenses I wish I'd known about before making the big move to off-grid living. Eric Mack has been a CNET contributor since 2011. Eric and his family live 100% energy and water ...

Weather is unpredictable. Strong winds or storms can wreak havoc on power lines, resulting in outages that may last hours or ...