Being off-grid doesn’t have to mean being offline. There are more options for pulling broadband from the sky than ever before. I’ve been living off-grid for almost half a decade, but I haven’t had to ...

Switch to solar with a system built for you. Off-grid solar systems generate and store power wherever the sun shines, making them a great green update to your home. Today, lots of one-stop-shop ...

When the grid goes down, your options get real narrow, real fast. A flashlight or candle will only get you so far. If you want to keep the fridge running, charge your phone, or power a medical device, ...

On long stretches of highway, when the landscape turns to stubbly farmland and episodes of Search Engine get stale, I have a secret Rubik’s cube for my idle mind: planning gas stops. Say what you will ...

From remote cabins to homes that rely on generators, this security tech is a good fit without needing Wi-Fi or constant electricity. Over my years of reviewing home security tech, I’ve noted the best ...

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 ...

One of the questions I’m asked most often is whether I think the future of power in the U.S. will be on-grid or off-grid. My answer is that it's the wrong question. Like most complex subjects—and ...