Solar Power System Diagram | 4 Basic Building Blocks
There are 4 main building blocks in a basic solar power system diagram. Here’s what they are, and what each of them are for…
How To Calculate Ah (Amp hours) and Wh (Watt hours) of a Battery Bank
How I calculated the total Amp hours and Watt hours of my off-grid battery bank
How To Heat Your House When The Power Goes Out
What if the power goes out, can you keep warm? Can you still heat your house? How would you do that? Here are some thoughts…
2 Reasons Why Lithium AA Batteries Are Better Than Alkaline
Look at these charts which show how the Energizer Lithium AA battery outperforms alkaline chemistry. It’s obvious! Capacity – Temperatures…
Why I Built Ground Mounts For My Solar Panels — SNOW REMOVAL
If you’re in a snow zone, consider your solar panel snow removal methods, whether they’re on the roof, or ground mounts…
HOT WATER From Alternative Energy Without The Grid
How would you get hot water without the electric grid? You might consider any of these methods…
Solar Battery Charger for AA Batteries – 2 Good Choices
I review two good choices for a solar battery charger AA size (and more). One is a standalone unit. The other, folding solar panel & charger unit.
Battery State-Of-Charge Chart | 12 Volt Battery Voltage & Specific Gravity
A chart of battery voltage versus State Of Charge, SOC, percentage and Specific Gravity for 6, 12, 24, and 48 volt battery banks.
Solar Battery Chemistry Comparison Chart | Best For Off-Grid?
Comparing Lithium Iron, Nickel Iron, and Lead Acid batteries for Off-Grid energy storage. Chart reveals important factors to consider when choosing.
DIY Olive Oil Lamp Instructions – Make Your Own Vegetable Oil Lamp
Instructions how to make your own diy Olive Oil Lamp (vegetable oil lamp) with a coat-hanger, wick, and a home canning jar.