Solar charge controllers, also known as solar regulators, convert the raw power delivered from a PV solar panel into a usable charge for the battery. Charge controllers sit between the panels and the batteries,...

Off-grid living provides freedom from the constraints of modern society. No longer are you at the whims of skyrocketing utility and fuel costs or the unreliability of failing and outdated infrastructure.  Still, making the transition...

We all rely on electricity to power the essentials in our lives, from necessities (such as refrigerators and heaters) to recreational devices (games consoles, laptops). Regardless of what they may be, we can't live...

Throughout the warmer months, staying cool is our top priority. However, knowing the best way to do that can sometimes be tricky. Investing in central air or even window AC units is the answer...

One way to minimise energy usage and possession of material items is to own a tiny house. If you're already living in or planning to build a tiny house, you can drastically reduce utility...

Homeownership has long been considered a quintessential part of stable family life. Unfortunately, it is becoming increasingly inaccessible to ordinary people by the day. A tiny house may be just the thing for those...

If you own a motorhome, you've probably already considered ways to optimise your energy and fuel efficiency. One of the technologies that have entered the spotlight is solar power. Solar power is “all the rage”...

There are many good reasons why you might be off-grid with a motorhome. It’s a chance to escape from it all and commune with nature — or it would be if it weren’t for...