HAVE YOUR SAY:
Would you live off the grid if it were easier?
Social & Community News
28 January 2025
With rising costs of electricity and water, many are exploring off-grid living as a sustainable alternative. Solar energy, for example, offers a clean and cost-effective solution. If it were easier and more affordable, would you consider making the switch to an off-grid lifestyle?
Yes, we would love to go off-grid. With the rising costs of essentials like food, petrol, school fees, and daily expenses, maintaining a comfortable lifestyle is becoming increasingly challenging. By going off-grid and saving on electricity costs — we could redirect that money toward groceries or paying off accounts. It’s a practical way to ease financial pressure and improve overall quality of life. Melissa Lehman, Rustenburg Yes, renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydro power can dramatically reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower carbon emissions. Off-grid living empowers individuals to generate their own energy, minimising dependence on public utilities. Over time, these sustainable energy solutions can lead to substantial savings on energy costs. Additionally, adopting an off-grid lifestyle fosters self-sufficiency while easing the strain on shared public resources. Boipelo Setshedi, Rustenburg
PUBLIC POLL: THE RESULTS ARE IN!
Would you live off the grid if it were easier? NO: 2% YES: 98%
