Living Off The Grid: The Complete Guide for a Sustainable, Tranquility and Simple Life, a Living of Minimalism and Self Reliance

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You cannot do anything without water and access to some clean water is very important. Most people realize this and are trying to get access to ponds, tanks, and other means of getting some clean water for their families. If you plan to live the off grid lifestyle in a static caravan or a yurt, then you don’t have to worry about planning permission. But, if you’re planning to live in a permanent home, then you would need go through the UK Planning Permission System. The entire book is an absolute gem and should be a must-read for anyone considering living off the grid. There’s much I could say about this book, but I think Proenneke said it best himself in his first few sentences:

Focusing on underground housing and earth-covered rooftops, the author, based on his own experiences with building an earth-sheltered house, makes it easy to understand the ins and outs of building your next underground home.

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In addition to being a best selling author, he has taught at the University College level, consulted and trained college level athletes, and been interviewed for his expertise on various subjects by CBS Sports, Coast to Coast AM, The RT Network, and FOX News to name a few.The book covers all important techniques for construction including planning, excavation, floor, footing, and every important aspect. You will find everything you need for the construction process. Pros

Water source: You can choose a location that is near a water source, as there is no life without water. Fresh water is crucial for survival, so prefer a location near a stream, river or well, and remember to purify the water if needed. Basically, off grid living means to live on your own without being connected or dependent on urban infrastructures. You produce your own power, use your own water source, and maybe even grow your own food. You will need to produce your own power, have a water source, maybe grow your own food, and know how to deal with waste and sewage. I like RV Van (recreational vehicle) travel, and also solar power which gave this book a strong appeal to my interests. Due to their small size RVs are automatically thrifty in energy use while often being sold with solar panels connected to them. Large houses with many rooms often waste electricity in rooms not often used. Collins lives in a large RV as he makes his self-built off-grid house. He describes types of RVs on the market, and their uses. In addition he describes towing vehicles appropriate for many types of RVs. He has worked in building and construction at jobs, and so his tips on how to build and manage sheds for solar batteries are very insightful. He is realistic about mistakes you can make on your journey to owning and suppling an RV or off grid house. It will take money and effort often NOT being the “cheap” way to go. Many of the skills detailed in this have only ever been handed down by word of mouth. Now, they are captures and re-told in this must have read.As someone who likes to take care of his skin but struggles with the many problems of the modern beauty and wellness industry, that was a welcome edition. Personal Highlights The amount of time Prinz spends so on financing, building codes, insurance, and other purely practical matters impressed me deeply. Too often sustainable living books and articles gloss over crucial details in favor of pretty pictures and glowing descriptions of sunlight through reclaimed glass bottles. You will need to be ready and know how to handle unexpected situations (such as a bad weather) and how to repair, fix and build things on your own. You will be the one fully responsible for the maintenance of your new off grid home and surroundings.

Now that you have a glimpse of what off grid living means, here are some of its benefits and advantages, both in UK and anywhere in the world: Building and maintaining shelter: Building and maintaining a shelter is a crucial aspect of off-grid living. This can be a major challenge, as it requires knowledge of construction and a willingness to work with limited resources.

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