The Importance of Renewable Energy Storage and a Sustainable Future
There is a common belief among people that installing solar on their homes will always have reserve power. This is a misconception about the abilities of solar power. Without a way to harness and store this renewable energy, there is no way to reserve and use this energy at a…
Making Battle Born Batteries and the Inflation Reduction Act Tax Credit Work for You
Recently, President Biden posted on Instagram that thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, taxpayers can receive up to 30% off the cost of standalone batteries and installation. Seeing as how we are in the business of batteries here at Battle Born, we take a deep dive. What does this tax…
What Does Living Off Grid Mean?
Off-grid living certainly isn’t anything new. In recent years, there’s been a fresh burst of interest in off grid life and its meaning. Still, many may be intrigued by the idea but uncertain of what it entails. So what does off grid mean, and what are the benefits of living…
How Do You Get Running Water Off the Grid?
Living an off-grid life can be exciting in so many ways. The freedom, the solitude, the ability to connect with nature and enjoy your land as you see fit. These are just a few reasons people opt for off-grid living. But alongside these perks are big challenges, none bigger than…
What Is Microhydropower?
You’ve likely seen homes with solar power systems. You can spot them easily, thanks to their solar panels. You may even be familiar with home electric systems that harness the breeze with windmills and other turbines. But these aren’t the only clean, renewable, off-grid-friendly power sources out there. For those…
Sage Mountain Charges Electric Vehicles Off-Grid with Battle Born Batteries
Nearly 30 years after they founded Sage Mountain Center, Christopher Borton and Linda Welsh continue to pioneer off-grid living. Their commitment to make a minimal impact on the environment and promote physical and mental health hasn’t wavered through the decades. As industry advancements make living off-grid easier with more complex…
How to Build an Off-Grid Container Home: An Overview
Buying a typical house and using typical utilities is fine for most people, but if you’re looking for something unusual, adventurous, and even eco-friendly, you may want to consider building your own off-grid container home. It may seem like a major challenge, but it can be surprisingly straightforward when you…
What Are the True Benefits of Renewable Energy?
In the past few decades, renewable energy has gone from a niche idea to an integral part of the world’s power systems. But for many average electric users, the source of their energy may not be apparent — nor the benefits of using clean, green renewables instead of traditional fossil…
Martin and Julie Johnson’s Off-Grid Homestead with Battle Born Batteries
Almost two years ago, Martin and Julie Johnson purchased a 7-acre property in northern Idaho with the plan to build an off-grid homestead. While they haven’t finished yet, they have made immense progress in the completion of their home and are slowly becoming self-reliant. With the recent addition of a…