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Re: Split to California energy politics (from kWH Grid Solar)
Did you mean "combined cycle plants?" Those are the really efficient ones. There are two general types of natural gas plants out there - peakers and combined cycle plants. Peakers are gene…2 · -
Enphase IQ8 - islanding
So per Enphase, the IQ8 inverters will intentionally island and allow homeowners to power some devices when the power goes out. My question is - where does the grid isolation take place? Obviously th…1 · -
Re: Anybody monitor their home oxygen levels?
That's nothing; similar to driving someplace 500 feet higher. (When I bike to work, my elevation changes 400 feet along the way, and it's really not noticeable.) The bigger problem is increase in CO…1 · -
Re: I want to run my water heater on solar power (Newbie)
I would also add that there are a few systems out there (Sun Bandit for example) that do the work for you - and give you emergency AC power if the grid goes out as well.1 · -
Re: Solar on a Skoolie
My biggest bit of advice - ensure some way to charge via your alternator. Either a second alternator, or a 12V/24V converter or something. It can be a lifesaver (or more accurately a battery saver.)1 ·
