Tag: Solar power
Electric Utilities Can’t Keep up with Surging Demand
So many data centers are being built or are in the planning stages that we could see a surge in electrical demand beyond what the utilities can produce.
Back to Square One; We Get a Second Solar Quote
Not 100 percent pleased with the first quote we got for a whole-house solar system, we talked to a second vendor and got another quote.
Taking our First Steps Towards Serious Solar Power
Pete has a professional solar power installer from a local company out to evaluate the property and discuss solar power options.
Are Electric Vehicles a Good Choice for Preppers?
None of use will every be able to produce our own gasoline, but as solar power costs drop, can we recharge our own electric vehicles post SHTF?
Backup Power Considerations for our Prepper Property
There are multiple backup power solutions, but solar is probably the best, if you can afford it. Thankfully, costs re falling.
Planning How to Use your Limited Power Resources after the SHTF
Are you prepping for a world with no utilities? What will you do with only a limited supply of power or gasoline?
Is Micro Hydro Power an Option for our House?
We have multiple streams running along and across our property. Are any of them suitable to hydropower, and hows does it compare to solar?
New Thoughts on What to Look for when Buying a Prepper...
The world has changed since we bought our prepper property. Here's what I'd look for today I didn't consider back then.
Power Outage Leaves 220 Million in the Dark
Over 90 percent of Pakistan lost power earlier this weak, causing multiple problems as phones, internet, trains and even water systems also failed.
Is it Time to invest in a Solar Power System?
With the current energy crisis and the growing threat of electricity blackouts, is it time for preppers to consider solar power?