Looking around on ODT and I can't seem to find a thread that discusses the merits and limitations of solar power. I'm not a self-declared "expert" but we do have a pretty extensive system here that includes 25Kw battery backup, 20Kw generator integration and 17Kw of solar. What most people don't realize is even with all of this, its barely enough for the house if the grid goes down, and ONE EV would suck the life out of the entire system. Imagine if we had two or three EV's in each household!
So I'm hoping to open a thread here to answer the questions about having a solar power system, what it can and cannot do, and not have any financial incentive to convince anyone one way or the other. I'm not a solar seller. I don't install solar systems. We do have a really good system here, but it has its limits.
No, I didn't vote for Biden. I think 100% EV's are not the answer. Hybrid - maybe. Having a battery backup at home - absolutely. Running a generator (only) in a grid down scenario - not sustainable for more than a few days at most (I can explain why).
Anyone interested in this discussion? Questions? Post them here or PM me if you are shy and I'll give you what I personally know to be true. Just know that any true prepper has this as a plan, and its really important that you get the 411 (G2) before writing a check or signing a contract or ordering that DIY kit from signature solar.
So I'm hoping to open a thread here to answer the questions about having a solar power system, what it can and cannot do, and not have any financial incentive to convince anyone one way or the other. I'm not a solar seller. I don't install solar systems. We do have a really good system here, but it has its limits.
No, I didn't vote for Biden. I think 100% EV's are not the answer. Hybrid - maybe. Having a battery backup at home - absolutely. Running a generator (only) in a grid down scenario - not sustainable for more than a few days at most (I can explain why).
Anyone interested in this discussion? Questions? Post them here or PM me if you are shy and I'll give you what I personally know to be true. Just know that any true prepper has this as a plan, and its really important that you get the 411 (G2) before writing a check or signing a contract or ordering that DIY kit from signature solar.