What is off the grid?

"Off the grid" is a term used to describe living or operating independently of or without reliance on the public power grid, municipal water, or other public utilities. It is typically used in the context of self-sufficient or self-reliant lifestyles or communities, where individuals generate their own power, water, and grow their own food. Off-grid living often involves the use of renewable energy sources such as solar or wind power, rainwater collection systems, and composting toilets. The term can also be applied to businesses, industries, or even entire towns that are designed to be self-sustaining and not dependent on external resources.