Western Pennsylanians are swapping utility bills for rainwater tanks, livestock, and van life

Western Pennsylanians are swapping utility bills for rainwater tanks, livestock, and van life

People in western Pennsylvania are embracing off-grid living by swapping some of their biggest monthly bills for rainwater tanks, livestock, and even van life. The Pittsburgh Tribune Review interviewed these western Pennsylvanians who are stepping back from conventional systems and trying to replace recurring expenses with financially and environmentally sustainable solutions. Due to the area's rural nature, many municipalities have lenient poli…