Dischino, yes it is a very fun and interesting subject.

Just a few examples listed below of what some people are thinking...

Alternative Energy

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases...

US Department of Energy

http://www.eere.energy.gov/

Off the Grid

http://www.offthegrid.com/

http://www.offthegrid.com/solar/off-...

Living off the Grid

http://www.livingoffgrid.org/

http://www.livingoffgrid.org/ac-dc-m...

Off Grid Self Sustaining Lifestyle Documentary with Les Stroud

http://www.livingoffgrid.org/off-gri...

Home Power Magazine

http://www.homepower.com/home/