Traditionally used in Mongolia, Siberia and Turkey, yurts today are becoming a popular accommodation for "glampers" and provide an experience that's back in tune with nature without the creature comforts we have become accustomed to. Living in a yurt is extremely liberating although at the same time, isolating.

You may have heard the term before, but what is permaculture? And what does that mean for us, and how do we create a permaculture garden?

Since human beings first discovered fire, they have been cooking without electricity or gas. Now, even though most people have access to the electricity grid, fire is still a simple, delicious, and fun way to cook food off the grid. But fire isn't the only effective method of off-grid cooking. The sun itself can cook a tasty meal for you with the right tools and a little bit of patience.

Living off the grid requires being in tune with nature. Solid preparation and an understanding of your environment can go a long way toward ensuring that your off-grid life is a safe one. But extreme weather is becoming increasingly familiar and wild, unpredictable storms are becoming more frequent.

Many homeowners think that composting is just a spring and summer activity, but a well-groomed compost pile needs attention all throughout the year. That may sound like too much work, but it's quite easy if you follow these simple steps to care for your compost pile throughout every season.

There's an old maxim that nothing lasts forever, and solar panels are no exception. But why do solar panels die? And how can you ensure your panels have a long, useful life?