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Load-shedding negatively affects many sectors throughout South Africa and contributes significantly to the rapidly declining economy. Eskom’s planned power outages cripple the community’s most vulnerable members, educational institutes, agricultural sectors, domestic and international tourism...

A motorhome gives you the freedom and flexibility to cover your basic needs for shelter and sleeping while venturing around the world. Portable power stations (PPS) offer electricity when and where you need it,...

Hiking, camping, and backpacking are relatively safe and enriching activities for everyone. For many, however, going completely off-grid on an extended hiking or camping trip isn't an option. A portable solar panel and generator...

Electricity terms often get confused: volts, amps, watts, and ohms.  What do they all mean? Understanding the difference between them (and how they’re related) can help you better understand how your electrical devices work and make...

Packing for a road trip can be daunting, especially when you’ve got limited space or adventuring into unknown destinations. It’s no wonder why many of us rush to pack at the very last minute!...

The number of blackouts and power grid failures continues to increase. Extreme weather events and aging grid infrastructure mean you need to be ready for the power to go out in your home. A...

If you don’t have a home backup power system, you and your family can be vulnerable during a blackout.  You can keep a traditional fossil fuel generator on standby for a power outage. But petrol...

Calculating your household energy consumption is essential if you’re looking for ways to save on electricity costs or build a home backup power system. It’s much easier than it sounds. Calculating how many watts it...