HPC Field Notes
Updates from High Planes Company covering practical field work, equipment testing, active development, and future concepts. Each article should be read with its stated project status.
Plan a practical roof-rainwater system: estimate runoff, choose suitable storage, and understand maintenance and water-quality limits. A clear starting point for more self-reliant property use.
GEODOME · RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT Covered Space, Built Around a Real Use HPC is exploring how dome-shaped spaces could support practical property projects. The starting point is the intended use and the site, not a promise that one structure fits every need. What Makes a Dome Worth Exploring? A GeoDome can be an interesting way …
SOLAR · PRACTICAL WORK & RESEARCH Solar Power Starts with the Job High Planes Company explores portable power, storage, and the wider possibilities of distributed energy. Useful progress starts with understanding what a specific place needs, rather than treating energy independence as a single product. Start with the Energy Need Energy independence can mean different …
HPC’s Demo Town was created to showcase multiple Focus Stations, the GeoDome, Power Station, and a Farm Station. The entire town is powered by the Power Station that charges a battery bank using solar panels.
At HPC, we specialize in creating unique container buildings with specialized facade. Our latest design is a western saloon that looks like it belongs in the old west. We’re in the process of building a whole town out of containers, complete with a saloon, hotel, and other amenities. The best part is that these buildings can be easily delivered with a facade that can be added once the container is dropped on site.
With the current state of the world, more and more people are looking for ways to live a self-sufficient lifestyle. One way to do this is by purchasing an off-grid property, and there are many benefits. If you’re thinking of going off the grid, then a property with a forest is a great option. Here’s why:
For many people, the idea of living off-grid is a romantic one. The thought of being independent of “the system” and reconnecting with nature is appealing. But what does it really mean to live off-grid? In this blog post, we’ll explore what living off-grid entails and some of the reasons why people choose to do it.
For many people, the idea of living off-grid is an appealing one. The thought of being independent and self-sufficient is attractive to many. And while it is possible to live off the grid, there are some things you need to know before taking the plunge. Namely, you need to be aware of the essentials for living off the grid. Here’s a look at what you need to know.
What is a Microgrid?
A microgrid is a local energy grid with control capability, which means it can disconnect from the traditional grid and operate autonomously. Microgrids can supply electricity to a single building or an entire campus and are often used as backup power systems in case of a power outage or crisis…
Can chickens provide a sustainable food source?
What’s better than a farm-fresh egg? The answer is nothing! You don’t need acres of land or even considerable square footage to raise your chickens. You can raise chickens right at home in urban backyards. And by collecting them yourself, not only do they add some sustainability (especially when compared with store-bought), but you also know exactly where the eggs come from…
