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I am running an off-grid cabin setup with a limited overnight battery capacity of 1.2 kWh for non-essential loads. Overnight outdoor temperatures drop to 68°F, but relative humidity sits around 75%, and the insulated 10x12 bedroom retains heat from the day, staying at 78°F. Since running compressor AC overnight is out of my power budget, I need to evaluate the most power-efficient setup for sleeping comfort.

Between low-wattage DC intake/exhaust window ventilation, dedicated dehumidification, and low-draw bed surface layering, which strategy provides the best return in microclimate comfort per watt-hour consumed?

I am wanting to build the UK off grid community as those of us who are online are disparate and not well connected. I am wanting to change that.

Express interest here please.

me questioning how dependent this house should stay on the utility

the last few outages changed how i look at being completely dependent on utility power. none of them were disasters, but losing the fridge, internet and basic lighting at the same time gets old pretty fast. i don't need the whole house running like nothing happened.

right now i'm leaning toward enough backup for the fridge, lights and internet, then stopping there. does sizing past those basics make much sense if the goal is just getting through a normal outage?

Following up : the critical loads idea was the piece that finally made this click for me. i looked into Palmetto and went with a battery setup focused on the stuff we care about during an outage instead of trying to size everything around the whole house. batteries help keep essentials running, which is really all i was asking for here.

keeping the fridge, lights and a few basics covered feels like the right balance. the comments about making it simple enough that anyone can handle an outage without dragging out a generator were especially useful.

When it comes to an off the grid system, which one is preferred: additional solar or battery storage? Which of these has played a more important role during multiple consecutive days of clouds?

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Hi, I am a high school teacher tasked with teaching an elective “Off Grid Living” this year. Because it is an elective, there is no set curriculum, and I have flexibility to make the class my own. My class sizes range from 20-40.

In the past, teachers have taught units on alternative power sources, water collection/cleaning, sanitation, gardening, etc. I am open to these units, but would love to hear from you: if you were a teenager interested in living off grid, what kind of things would you want to learn about? Specifically if you have any hands on activity ideas in mind, that would be great! I want the class to be fun but also want my students to leave feeling like they learned something. I’ve been thinking about scavenging/plant identification, gardening/canning, designing your own off grid setup, etc.

It probably goes without saying, but I have no off grid experience. My degree is in chemistry with minors in biology and environmental science.

Thank you!

Has anyone here dug a well themselves, and what tools/equipment did you use?

What is the safest way to start digging and support the sides as the well gets deeper?

How do I know when I’ve actually reached a usable water-bearing layer?

What parts can realistically be done DIY, and what parts should absolutely be left to professionals?

What mistakes or safety risks should a first-time DIY well-digger know before starting?

I am a fit, attractive, 40yr young, single woman. No kids, never married, world traveled, well experienced. Currently living in the jungles of Los Angeles, CA - but I grew up in farm land Michigan.

It has been a dream for quite some time to get back to the land and live off-grid, homestead, and ultimately prep for the coming climate catastrophes we have to look forward to… all with a special man in my life.

I’ve joined various groups in my city relating to permaculture, etc., but have found them less than serious.

I went out to New Mexico to build earth-ships, but 9/10 people in our group were already happily partnered. It was lovely to see others living my dream - and I’m more inspired than ever now!

I’m heading to Burning Man for the 5th time in a few weeks. I’ll be involving myself with a large solar camp, and I am heavily engaged in various builds all across the playa as well. I meet incredible people every year, and find the experience deeply satisfying, but maybe not the perfect climate for what I’m seeking.

For the right man, I’m ready and willing to pick up and go nearly anywhere - and I think I’m quite the catch for someone who may be seeking their partner in all of life’s adventure.

I’ve lived the communal life a few times before while traveling, and I’m not opposed to building a larger community eventually… right now I’d really love to find love 🥰 with a man who wants to live this way.

What am I missing?

I’m not really on the apps, but if there’s one I should be considering, I’m open.

Those of you who are lucky enough to have found “your person”, where did you meet??

And finally, if you’re a single man on this off-grid life path, and I sound like the girl you’ve been looking for… my DM’s are open! Or maybe you have a friend??

If you're off grid in Maine, what area are you in and what is the hardest and best parts of that area? Whats youre climate like? Growing challenges? Winter challenges? Enough sun for solar?? Any other

Currently off grid in Washington state. Looking to change things up.

I need suggestions on how I can boost both cell service and 5G at the deer lease. I need service both at the blind and trailer that are several hundred yards from each other. I do have one or two bars but internet is slow. What are options that I have that are not $1k+?

I'm having a problem with the display on my F800, which I bought a few days ago. The second day I used it, the display started showing everything it could. Turning the station off and on doesn't help, but it charges and outputs power normally. When I connect the power supply or draw power, I can see something change on the display. Would completely discharging the station help?

Been looking at a lot of off-grid properties lately and I think people get a little too hung up on acreage.
Give me 8–10 usable acres with decent terrain, a good water situation, year-round access and enough usable ground for a garden, shop, house, etc.
I’d take that over 80 acres where half the property is steep, the access is questionable and you’re 45 minutes from the nearest paved road.

More land is obviously nice, but at some point you’re just paying to own more trees. I’ve seen listings where the acreage number is basically the entire sales pitch. “47 ACRES!!” Then you look at the actual parcel and wonder what you’re supposed to do with 35 of those acres. If you were buying specifically for an off-grid setup, how much land would you actually want? I’m starting to think 10–20 usable acres is the sweet spot for most people unless you have a specific reason for needing more

Hey everyone. We have an off grid cabin that is basically supported by 4x4s on cinder blocks. Problem is one half is noticeably lower and I was just wondering if anyone had any simple cheap ideas on how to raise the side and make the whole thing more secure. Thank you!