Let me be honest. Three years ago, I thought disconnecting from civilization would solve everything. No more electric bills, ...

Off-grid living is often associated with survivalists or doomsday preppers, but this stereotype overlooks the diverse ...

When my husband inherited rural land, we moved from the Northeast to live off-grid in West Virginia. Our experience has been challenging: I felt lonely at first, and our home requires a lot of upkeep.

Kicking your utility to the curb sounds like a great deal, but it's more difficult than it sounds. Here's what it takes to go off the grid with solar panels. CNET contributor Eric Mack knows all too ...