8legs: Jordan charbonneau

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We moved off the grid 10 years ago. I wish someone had told us these 5 things before we made the leap.

A decade after moving off-grid, the couple shares practical lessons on energy planning and system upgrades.
They advise estimating daily energy needs in kilowatt-hours to size solar panels and storage accurately.
Winter power is limited; backups and weather awareness shape daily living.
Upgrading equipment, including a stove with a larger firebox and improved burn system, reduces outages.
A well-planned off-grid home still requires managing energy, water heating, and battery levels.
Community and activities help counteract isolation in remote living.
The couple emphasizes that off-grid life is what you make of it and can fit various lifestyles.
Initial energy investments and small daily changes shape long-term reliability.
The narrative notes the trade-off between independence and ongoing maintenance demands.
The article reflects on the evolving understanding of energy needs over time.

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