Off The Grid in Newfoundland

Off The Grid In Newfoundland explores the experiences and challenges of becoming self sufficient in energy and sustainable living in rural Newfoundland.

Pillars of sustainability

These days it seems there is little creativity in house construction, but with Nature and Culture as our pillars of sustainability it's amazing what we can do with our hands

Latest in Off The Grid in Newfoundland
Alternative energy means alternative living

On the importance of being grounded in a 'Place'

Natural Vs. Green Building

Emerging trends in 'green' home construction and building practices shouldn't be confused with the much older, and healthier, natural building

Tuning into Nature

The path to sustainable civilization begins with the realization of an ancient Truth: we are Nature.

It’s more than just energy

Going off-the-grid brings with it the challenge of changing our lifestyle

We use what we generate

Electric heating is old technology that's bad for us and the environment. If we want to become energy secure, we must first appreciate there's more to heat and energy than flicking a switch or plugging in