Shipping containers are becoming a popular choice for off-grid living and remote workspace.
Thanks to their durability, portability, and adaptability shipping container are becoming a sort after solution for people with an interest in sustainable living, these containers are now being repurposed into Eco-friendly, self-sufficient solutions.
Businesses also looking for solutions to maintain a work force in remote areas without having to create fully enabled worksites are turning to self powered sustainable shipping containers both as living space cabins, work units and security container units. Many of these container units will feature the following installations:
Renewable Power Integration: Many off-grid containers are equipped with solar panels, Wind harnessing technology and thermal heat ups for generating electricity, making them fully self-sustainable. new innovations in inverter technology is making it cheaper and easier to minimise equipment and swap between these sources to fully take advantage of energy creating elements.
Water Collection and Storage: Rainwater harvesting systems can be added, along with filtration units, to ensure a reliable water supply. These have been taken advantage of for a myriad of uses across different sectors. One increase that we have seen is in allotment and garden usage, With many people turning to shipping containers as viable solution for home garden projects and landscaping projects where water supply is not as easily obtained.
Eco-Insulation: To maintain a comfortable temperature inside, eco-friendly insulation such as wool or recycled materials can be used.
Modular Design: Shipping containers offer the flexibility to add or remove modules as needed, creating scalable living spaces, workshops, or storage units. Off grid living is becoming more popular, especially within younger generations. Shipping containers are seen as a perfect solution for this as they are versatile and easily obtainable as cheaper option. Rather then using traditional methods and options for shelter or storage.
For businesses and individuals looking to create sustainable off-grid solutions, shipping containers are an affordable and customisable option. These containers are not only weather-resistant but can be easily outfitted with all necessary utilities to support modern off-grid living or off grid site work.
If you have an idea for a unit that take advantage of any of the things mentioned in this blog contact us, we can talk through your container solution and put together a package to suite you or your businesses needs.
Get in touch now and to discuss your project and our team will help to find your solution to fit your needs.
