Due to the fact that electricity is continuing its climb on into figures of disbelief people are leaning toward solar and wind energy to supplement their check books. There are kits one can now buy that give step by step instructions of how to build your own renewable energy system with low cost and the materials are easily bought at your local hardware store. With a little elbow grease and the ability to follow instructions you can be on your way to living off the Grid in no time and feel that awesome satisfaction of joining the already members who have crossed over to independent living.
When I first heard about alternative energy and living off the Grid I felt insecure because I thought it meant giving up most of my modern amenities to live in such a way. I was not a granola type, whose modest ways coincide with fewer technologies, say the TVs, ACs, etc. An important fact I learned, and we are never to old to take on new fashion, anyone can benefit by freeing Mother Nature from the unhealthy chains of humanity. If we all do our part in some small way, it adds up. The increased demand for renewable energy technology has led to the development of more efficient and easy to use components to make the change from traditional to a more sane way of life for anyone willing to be mindful of their energy consumption.
It does not have to be difficult to use renewable energy sources to produce electricity; it is fairly simple and affordable. The major resources needed are the Sun solar power, and Wind or Water from which you will harness a low voltage direct current that is then converted, using an inverter, into usable house current (AC). The excess current generated by your system is stored in battery banks where it can be retrieved during the times when more energy is in high demand or when your direct energy source is unavailable. No worries! No special attention is needed other than maintenance of your batteries and monitoring your energy use to make sure you do not exceed your supply with your demand. When the decision has been made to purchase and install your off the grid renewable power source just make sure you size your system to meet the demand of your energy needs.
It is a pleasurable feeling of energy freedom. Besides being proud of your efforts to venture out and do your part for global warming; best of the best delight you may never have to worry about a power outage again!
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