I bought Eco Living and feel that it adds a lot of options to my game. Especially the items that help lower the costs of my sims' bills! LOL I use the windmills and solar panels, water collectors often, especially on my farms with Cottage Living. The game has the toggles to shut off the NAPs which seems to be the biggest complaint with the game. I don't use the NAPS unless playing a game in Evergreen Harbour and decide to challenge myself with all the gameplay that comes with the game. I have never regretted buying this pack.