Off Grid Energy: The Rebel's Guide to Self-Sufficiency

Off grid energy is a rapidly growing movement, with pioneers like Nick Rosen and his Off-Grid.net community leading the charge. Since the 1970s, when Amory Lovins first proposed the concept of 'soft energy paths', the idea of decentralized, renewable energy has been gaining traction. Today, with the cost of solar panels and wind turbines plummeting, it's become increasingly feasible for individuals and communities to ditch the grid and forge their own path to energy independence. However, as the controversy surrounding the Tesla Powerwall and other lithium-ion battery storage solutions shows, there are still significant technical and economic hurdles to overcome. As we look to the future, it's clear that off grid energy will play a critical role in the transition to a low-carbon economy, with the International Energy Agency predicting that off-grid solar could reach 3.4 GW by 2025. But who will be the winners and losers in this new energy landscape, and what are the implications for the environment, the economy, and our daily lives?