Six Systems for Self-Sufficient Living

Self-reliant living can take many forms. You can provide your own food and energy and be your own barber, repair person, home-school teacher, house cleaner, painter, and child care provider. By running a home-based business, you can generate the money needed to obtain essential products or services you’re unable to produce for yourself. Transitioning to self-sufficient living requires research and planning. But you can get started today, wherever you live and with whatever resources and skills you already have.

This article, from thecoolist.com, explores six different systems for self sufficient living from vertical hydroponic gardening to urban livestock farming and renewable residential energy. Its attempt is certainly not for everyone, but those who choose it tend to be passionate about their reasons. Check out all six systems for self-sufficient living here:

Six Systems for Self-Sufficient Living