====== Plans for the v2 OIS Micronation ====== The OIS had a vision for a much more sustainable and affordable housing style, and the passion to make it possible for more people. Picture it partially as a project for helping those who are homeless to provide for themselves and partially as a design for security in unstable modern times. The goal is to document the process to provide a robust and accessible yet sustainable solution that any person can adapt to, to become self suffient. Estimated cost of 0.5 acres for trial project in the uk £5000. Here are some projects that may be attempted by the micronation: * Bio Digesters * Wood Gas Generators * Solar and Wind * Well Digging * Cabin Building * Tree Nets * Amateur Radio and antennas * Mechanics * Wood Stoves and Water Heating * Generators * Firelighting/Cooking * Aquaponics * Hydroponics * Permaculture * Satellite Communication * Digital Prepping * Camping * Vegan Ideals * Amateur Scientific Papers and Articles * AI Music * Solar GPU Battery Optimizer * Nuclear Bunker/Storm Shelter * Supplies Cache * Off-Grid Finance Options * Yurt Camping (Airbnb) * General Store/Honesty Box * 12v Consulting * Art and Art Hacks (For Profit) * GPU Cryptocurrency Mining * Vending Machines * CBD Sale * Web Shops * Affiliate Marketing + Sales Funnels * SaaS Prototyping * Furniture Making ---- ===== Bio Digesters ===== * Convert organic waste into biogas and fertilizer through anaerobic digestion. * Useful for managing waste and generating renewable energy. * Can be used to make a closed loop ecosystem that is vegan friendly. ===== Wood Gas Generators ===== * Devices that convert wood or biomass into syngas (a mixture of carbon monoxide, hydrogen, and methane) that can be used as fuel for engines. ===== Solar and Wind ===== * Renewable energy sources that can be harnessed to power off-grid homes. * Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity; wind turbines convert wind energy into electrical power. ===== Well Digging ===== * The process of drilling or digging to access groundwater for domestic use. * Requires understanding of geology and proper equipment. ===== Cabin Building ===== * Construction of small, sustainable living spaces. ===== Tree Nets ===== * Rope netting treehouses built high in the trees, used for storage, recreational or observational purposes. ===== Amateur Radio and Antennas ===== * Hobby of using radio equipment to communicate with others, often used for emergency communication. * Requires a license and knowledge of radio theory. ===== Mechanics ===== * Skills related to the maintenance and repair of machinery and engines. * Essential for off-grid living where professional services might not be readily available. ===== Wood Stoves and Water Heating ===== * Wood stoves are used for heating and cooking in off-grid homes. * Can be used to heat water for domestic use. ===== Generators ===== * Machines that convert mechanical energy into electrical energy. * Useful backup power sources for off-grid living. ===== Firelighting/Cooking ===== * Techniques for starting and maintaining fires for cooking and heating. * Includes traditional and modern methods. ===== Aquaponics ===== * Combination of aquaculture (raising fish) and hydroponics (growing plants without soil) in a symbiotic environment. ===== Hydroponics ===== * Growing plants using nutrient-rich water instead of soil. * Efficient use of nutrients, water and space. * Vertical Growing. ===== Permaculture ===== * Sustainable agriculture such as nuts and berries and land design principles that mimic natural ecosystems. ===== Satellite Communication ===== * Techniques and equipment for communicating via satellites. * Includes knowledge of satellite networks, transponders, and signal processing. ===== Digital Prepping ===== * Collecting repositories of software, AI midels and information (like Wikipedia and medical books) and caching them offline in emp secure ways. * Can involve activities like decoding transmissions, building networks of support and understanding security implications. ===== Camping ===== * Outdoor recreational activity involving overnight stays in nature. * Can include skills like shelter building, cooking, and navigation. ===== Vegan Ideals ===== * Lifestyle and dietary choices that avoid animal products. ===== Amateur Scientific Papers and Articles ===== * Writing and researching papers on a variety of subjects, such as philosophy, physics concepts, policy, and generating new paper ideas. ===== AI Music ===== * Using artificial intelligence to compose, produce, and enhance music. * Involves techniques like machine learning, neural networks, and algorithmic composition. ===== Solar GPU Battery Optimizer ===== * Systems that optimize the use of excess solar energy to mine cryptocurrency. * Important for maximizing efficiency and economic benefit from solar arrays. * Mining of cryptocurrency or joining a paid pool of AI inferrance will mean free extra profit and heat. ===== Nuclear Bunker/Storm Shelter ===== * Building and maintaining a shelter designed to protect against nuclear fallout or protect in situations of unrest of really bad weather. * Might requires knowledge of radiation shielding, ventilation, and long-term living conditions. * Storm shelter is important for security with climate change. * Nuclear bunker will hopefully not be needed but may be an interesting project. * Store for the food cache and important tools. ===== Supplies Cache ===== * Stockpiling essential supplies for emergency situations. * Includes food, water, medical supplies, and other necessities. ---- ===== Off-Grid Finance Options ===== ==== Yurt Camping (Airbnb) ==== * Yurts are portable, round tents traditionally used by nomadic cultures. * Increasingly popular for eco-friendly and unique accommodations. ==== General Store/Honesty Box ==== * Small, self-service stores where customers pay for goods by leaving money in an honesty box. * Encourages trust and community spirit, while generating income. ==== 12v Consulting ==== * Expertise in 12-volt electrical systems commonly used in off-grid solar setups and RVs. * Involves designing and maintaining low-voltage power systems for clients. ==== Art and Art Hacks (For Profit) ==== * Creative projects and innovative techniques in visual arts aimed at generating income. * May involve upcycling, DIY art supplies, and unique artistic methods. ==== GPU Cryptocurrency Mining ==== * Using GPUs to mine cryptocurrency, especially with excess solar power. * A way to generate income from renewable energy sources. * Ideally should not be used on grid because it is bad for the environment. ==== Vending Machines ==== * Automated machines that provide items such as snacks, beverages, and other products to consumers. * Can be a profitable business with the right placement and product selection. ==== CBD Sale ==== * Selling cannabidiol (CBD) products, derived from hemp, often used for their therapeutic properties. * A growing market with a variety of products, from oils to edibles. ==== Web Shops ==== * Online stores for selling a variety of products. * Includes setup, management, and marketing to generate revenue. ==== Affiliate Marketing + Sales Funnels ==== * Earning commissions by promoting other companies' products. * Involves creating and managing sales funnels to optimize conversion rates. ==== SaaS Prototyping ==== * Developing and testing software as a service (SaaS) applications. * Involves understanding cloud infrastructure, user experience design, and rapid prototyping for potential profit. ==== Furniture Making ==== * Crafting and constructing furniture pieces from various materials. * Such as resin tables and specific items from designs that are proven. * Includes skills in carpentry, design, and finishing techniques. ===== Links ===== * https://circuspam.coffee/2023/09/21/the-journey-of-ois-understanding-micronations-and-the-power-of-informational-autonomy/ * https://circuspam.coffee/2023/08/02/surviving-on-4000-per-year-your-amazon-survival-list/ * https://circuspam.coffee/2023/09/09/shed-2-0-elevate-to-a-2000-small-house-sanctuary/ * https://circuspam.coffee/2023/08/19/anymans-bunker-design/