Renewable Energy
Information about renewable energy sources for off-grid homes. Living off the grid has never been easier than it is today with updates in solar, hydro and renewable wind energy technology.
Becoming a Certified Solar Panel Installer
Becoming a certified solar panel installer requires obtaining certifications from the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP). Learn how to get started!
How to Build a Basic Wind Turbine
Learning how to build a basic wind turbine is often not as difficult as many people imagine. It is certainly not simple, but with the right planning and research, you can build a basic wind turbine in a short space of time.
The Biodiesel Fuel Processor: Your Main Machine
When you make biodiesel you need some equipment. Most of it is buckets and assorted little stuff but you’ll also need a processor.
Real World Experiences With Biodiesel
When I decided to make biodiesel I had certain notions. My experiences have been unexpectedly different yet better in many ways. Here are a few things worth mentioning.
Can I Live A Hi-Tech Life Using Minimal Solar?
Just over 5 years ago I moved to Spain with my partner. We live in a remote area with no chance of ever getting mains electricity so we run our home using solar panels and a back-up generator.
Energy Efficiency Off Grid: Stay Accountable and Diligent
Successful off-grid living means constantly monitoring and adjusting the energy efficiency of your home’s systems and of your personal habits. You’re living on battery power, constantly playing the balancing game between power consumption and power generation. That means a life of watching the electrical fuel gauge.
29 Features Off The Grid Homebuilders Should Consider
The following features are suggested for any off the grid home. Most of these features are well known and widely used in energy efficient homes – some are not!
A Few Things To Consider When Searching for Property
In this post Mr. Roensch discusses some of the problems you may encounter while searching for off-grid property, including water rights, land orientation and the unavailability of proper real estate search tools.
Online Solar Training
Looking for online solar training resources? Look no further – here is a list of some of the best websites and companies offering PV design and installation courses online.
Figuring Out if Microhydro Will Work For You
I think when it gets warm I’ll go out there with him and try to calculate the flow and head. Not being a microhydro expert, I had to do a bit of research on how to figure out the flow and head of a stream.
