Which batteries are best for solar? Lead Acid or Lithium? If you’ve done any research on batteries for solar energy storage you understand that topic can get as heated as politics and religion. Just the other day I shared a post on my facebook page regarding solar generators and turns out, the very first comment … Read more
Power outages are a major risk with any emergency situation. For those living in high risk hurricane areas, preparation for blackouts is critical as these storms bring high winds and possible flash flooding. There are many ways you can prepare for a power outage. One critical aspect of preparation is food and water, and how … Read more
In the event of a disaster, having a preparedness plan is a critical element in helping you and your loved ones out of danger and to a secure, safe place. While Doomsday Preppers might be an entertaining and informative show to watch, the average person’s disaster preparedness plans don’t include building a bunker or eating … Read more
If you’re a business owner, adding solar to your business might seem like a risky move in today’s market. However, thousands of smart business owners have discovered that commercial solar systems are a great asset to their businesses. Solar isn’t just for the Fortune 500 companies anymore. Businesses of all sizes are benefiting from the financial rewards … Read more
Shopping for a solar energy system can be an exciting time. However, as with any investment, you need to be careful who you deal with. Unfortunately, the solar energy industry is one that attracts salespeople and companies that appear to have no other motive than chasing your money. Over the years, we’ve heard of countless experiences … Read more
Buying a solar energy system can be an exciting experience. It’s important however, that you focus on facts and not get carried away by false advertising gimmicks. Your solar energy system is something that you’ll be living with for a long time- so make sure you’re happy with it.The following are some tips on what … Read more
There is no secret that the biggest reason to go solar is to reduce or even completely eliminate your electric bill. On average, a monthly electric bill of $100 becomes a$1,200 yearly expense. Over 20 years, that same $100 monthly bill adds up to $24,000 paid to your utility company, and that’s before factoring in the … Read more
The power can go out at any time for a multitude of reasons. Blackouts can be pretty dangerous and in the least are always annoying. In this day and age our kids are increasingly tech savvy. Most kids and teens would have a difficult time getting through a power outage. In light of this situation … Read more
We follow the Tiny home movement pretty closely, and we are astonished by the creativity that the tiny house community has shown. This tiny house was built using 3 x 20ft shipping containers. Adam from HoneyBox (www.honeybox.ca) built this stunning off-grid shipping container tiny cabin in the mountains of British Columbia, Canada. This tiny home … Read more
Lithium ion batteries have gained popularity in recent years, and rightly so. With applications ranging from tablets and smart phones to off-grid solar systems and electric cars, Lithium batteries have gained quite the reputation. Still, with all it’s popularity, I’ve been surprised lately by the lack of education when it comes to lithium ion maintenance, and the one critical aspect no one is talking about.
Read moreThe One Critical Weakness of Lithium Batteries No One Warns You About