How to Size a Solar Power System (Solar Power System Sizing Guide)
Learn how to solar power system sizing with this step-by-step guide — including panel wattage, battery capacity, and real-world design factors.
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Solar Power System Sizing Overview | Solar Powered Rainwater Project
Learn how to approach renewable energy with this solar power system sizing overview. Using real-world data, this off-grid rainwater project walks through measuring energy use, calculating kWh, and building a reliable solar solution.
Continue reading →A New Well Pump
We moved to the Ranch in December of 1996. Everything was brand new and shiny. The well had gone in a few months before as part of building the house, so by now it was about 15 years old. Most … Continue reading →
A Tankless Water Heater
As houses age, repairs are needed. I have been living in the Log Home for nearly 14 years, and it is no exception. We originally installed a propane water heater reasoning that we would have hot water without electricity, and modest amounts of … Continue reading →
A Second Tank
In the post of April 17, 2008, I mentioned the addition of a second rainwater tank to the north tank farm. It was actually purchased and delivered last spring and has been sitting on a decomposed granite pad since then. … Continue reading →
Cleaning Rainwater
There are various strategies for keeping the rainwater in your tanks clean, including filters, “roof washers” and so forth. No matter what though, you find that the water collects debris over time — especially when it’s stored for a while. … Continue reading →