Sustainable Living

Located on the island of Sandhornøya in Norway, Nature House is a 3-story cob house built within a glass geodesic dome. It is home to Ingrid and Benjamin Hjertefølger and …

When you think of downsizing and living off the grid, you might picture a cute tiny home with a couple of solar panels on the roof, a composting toilet, and …

Planting a garden on your roof might sound strange, but rooftop vegetation can have a huge positive impact on the environment and on your bank account. A green roof, or …

Nestled into a hillside in Waikato, New Zealand, this Earthship home is an incredibly gorgeous, off grid eco-retreat. It sits in a lush valley amidst a forest of trees, far …

For a beautiful example of just how small you can go when planning your off grid home, check out this off grid cottage retreat. It sits on 27 acres of …

I have wanted a greenhouse for as long as I can remember. A warm, well-lit room dedicated to nothing but plants is pretty much every gardener’s dream! Whether for growing …

Today, many people are pursuing the off grid lifestyle for a myriad of reasons. For some, the money-saving benefits are most appealing, while others simply wish to have energy security …

News about so-called superfoods is everywhere, touting their abilities to do everything from relieving pain to preventing cancer. But what is it that makes these foods so super? These foods …

Based in a remote village in Quebec, Canada, Marie and Francis live off grid in this beautifully renovated earthship. They grow their own food, collect rainwater, utilize solar energy, and …

The Earth is bountiful enough that those who possess the right amount of fortitude, problem-solving skills, and survival know-how can turn a small plot of land into an ever-giving resource. …