It depends on why you are wanting to go off grid? If it is to save money, think again. Initial start up cost are horrible. If it is to be independent, how much is that worth to you? Living off-grid means sacrifices for most of us. You can take the word convenience out of your vocabulary. Yet I wouldn't trade it for the world.

I moved off grid five years ago and never have even considered looking back. You'll soon learn to greatly appreciate the "upgrades". I started out very basic, living in a tent while building my house. I still have no indoor plumbing and use a rain water catchment system to harvest all of mine and the animals water needs. I have a small solar system that powers my lights, computer and router for my satellite internet.

While I live fairly primitively, with more money, you can set up some fantastic systems. I guess my first and last questions are why do you want to live off grid? Your answer to that question will lead you to the how's and implementation of a plan.