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How solar energy got so cheap
Cheap solar is a policy success story.
Subscribe and turn on notifications 🔔 so you don't miss any videos: http://goo.gl/0bsAjO
Since 2009, the price of solar energy has come down by 90 percent. That’s no accident. It’s the result of policy interventions from the US to Germany to China.
As policy analyst Gregory Nemet puts it, “No one country is responsible. It was a relay race rather than a competition.” The global flow of knowledge, people, technology, and policy helped bring down the price per watt from more than $100 in 1976 to less than $0.50 today, according to this analysis from the folks at Our World in Data. https://ourworldindata.org/cheap-renewables-growth
If we can learn the right lessons from solar’s success, it could help us develop and deploy the technology we need to...
published: 13 Apr 2023
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This solar energy innovation is 10 times cheaper than analogues: solar electricity 24 hours a day
I made (a month ago) this new device for converting solar radiation into thermal energy of 300-400 ºC, which can be converted into electricity. It uses very cheap mirrors (less than 1 USD / sq.m) and is an improvement on my solar station, which was built 8 years ago, has 58 sq.m of mirrors and cost me about $1000.
Its mirrors focus solar radiation and turn it into heating water for space heating this house in winter and heating water of this pool in summer in the climate of central Ukraine.
Many of us might think that this steam could be used to generate electricity, however in fact it is not, and the main problem will be described in the middle of this video. But that problem is solved by this my new solar heater, and I will show how it can create thermal energy with temperatures up to ...
published: 22 Dec 2022
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Building our First Solar Array. Easy, Low Cost Solar Ground Mount.
We built this ground mount off of our existing Garden Fence. So it saved us the cost of 5 posts and concrete, that was already there. We bought a $110 on treated lumber. And another $20 for Deck Screws and Lag Screws. Total cost of the ground mount was $130 and 1 day of work.
Low Price Per Watt - Solar Panels: http://bit.ly/3Jx8EmQ
Buy T-Shirts and Hoodies on Our Website:
https://www.countryviewacreshomestead.com
Our Amazon Shop full of great Homesteading items:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/countryviewacres
TYM Tractors: https://tym.world/en-us/
E-mail us at: countryviewacreshomestead@gmail.com
Send Letters to:
Country View Acres
P.O. Box 469
Robinson, IL 62454
Our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/countryviewacres
Our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/countryv...
published: 24 Jan 2023
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Dirt Cheap Used Solar Panels: 250W for $69 + Shipping
$69 Solar Panels (affiliate links):
https://www.santansolar.com/product/santan-solar-t-series-250w/?ref=errolprowse
455W New Solar Panels for Cheap: https://www.santansolar.com/product-category/solar-panels/new-solar-panels/?ref=errolprowse
All in one LV6548: https://watts247.com/product/2-x-lv6548-13kw-120v-solar-inverter-8kw-2-x-4kw-250v-mppt-bms-ul1741-listed-built-in-wifi/?wpam_id=3
Other all in one systems: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/all-in-one-122448v-packages.html
DC Clamp Meter with Inrush Measuring: https://amzn.to/3oaGbGZ
*Does off-grid solar confuse you?*
Check out my DIY friendly website for solar system packages and product recommendations, and so much more! http://www.mobile-solarpower.com
*Join our DIY solar community!*
#1 largest solar forum on the internet f...
published: 12 May 2021
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Can You Power Your Entire House With This Ultra Cheap Solar System??
#RENOGY #SOLAR #HOMESTEAD
lets find out if we can run my entire house and homestead on this simple and cheap 1,200w solar system!
Help Support the channel directly! Go To:
http://www.buymeacoffee.com/LifeofLind
Solar parts used:
60 amp Charge Controller:
https://amzn.to/3zPjQGw
1/0 Battery cable:
https://amzn.to/3PNcFnE
Renogy 100w Solar panel:
https://amzn.to/3oRhUGU
6,000 watt signeer power inverter 24 DC volt
https://amzn.to/3PVfdjG
published: 01 Aug 2022
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EASY AND CHEAP DIY SOLAR POWER FOR OFF GRID CABIN LIVING
This is a super easy and affordable way to add solar power to any off grid building, cabin, shop, barn, shed.. you name it! Before you spend thousands on a "solar generator" or portable battery bank, watch this to see you can outfit your cabin, camp, or RV with cheap, affordable, solar power.
Here are links to some of the components. Not all of the products I used are still available, so in some cases these are similar components:
PWM Solar Charge Controller: https://amzn.to/3zn2vnj
Power Inverter: https://amzn.to/3GQXhmQ
Sealed Battery: https://amzn.to/3H6S23p
100 Watt Solar Panel: https://amzn.to/3D0nHSf
published: 07 Mar 2022
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Beginner And Budget Friendly DIY Solar Power System! Anyone can build this!
48V System Parts List (Affiliate Links):
48V/24V/12V Budget Model: https://signaturesolar.com/shop-all/batteries/eg4-lifepower4/?ref=cPwLcVc0SW-BjN
48V/24V/12V 100Ah Pro Model: https://signaturesolar.com/shop-all/batteries/eg4-ll/?ref=cPwLcVc0SW-BjN
Battery Cables: https://amzn.to/3m8Wsg2
48V Growatt All in one System: https://www.signaturesolar.com/products/3kw-48w-150vac-80a-off-grid-inverter-by-growatt?ref=cPwLcVc0SW-BjN
12 gauge extension cable: https://amzn.to/3jxNxmO
Solar Panels: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-panels.html
24V System Parts List:
Battery Cables: https://amzn.to/3m8Wsg2
24V Growatt All in One System: https://www.signaturesolar.com/products/3kw-24w-150vac-80a-off-grid-inverter-by-growatt?ref=cPwLcVc0SW-BjN
12 Gauge Extension Cable: https://amzn.to/3jxNxmO
So...
published: 24 Oct 2021
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Cheap grid tie solar setup (600W 3kWh/day)
I needed an upgrade for my solar setup since the utility bills got outrageous. The cheap grid tie inverter is easy to setup and saves me 1€/day now. I tested the microinverter and it's working fine making 3kWh/day with two 300W panels. The highest output I measured with my clamp meter at was 2A AC which corresponds to about 520Watts. That's nice because I didn't spend a penny for the mount. The app allows to control the output so you can limit it if you need.
New merch is here! https://merch.bitluni.net/shop
In Germany the inverter can't exceed 600W so be cautious: https://www.vde.com/de/fnn/arbeitsgebiete/tar/tar-niederspannung/erzeugungsanlagen-steckdose
Links to parts and tools (affiliate links):
- The shop for the 700W inverters I got with app: https://aliexpress.bitluni.net/gridTie...
published: 17 Jun 2022
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Solar Power 101: Overlanding Basics (Types of Solar Panels, How it Works, Uses for Overlanders)
In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm going to run you through the basics of solar power and it's uses for overlanding. I see people asking lots of questions in overlanding and camping groups and forums, so while I'm no electrician, I've been using solar for the last 4 or 5 years and I've learned a lot.
I was in the same place as a lot of us 5 years ago where solar seemed really intimidating and scary, but once I got into it, it's really pretty straightforward and there are so many valuable uses that it's a powerful tool for your overlanding build.
As I mention in the video, here are a couple of helpful links to related articles that may help if you're getting started in solar.
Mono vs. Poly: Solar Cells Comparison: https://sunvivalguide.com/amorphous-vs-monocrystalline-vs-poly...
published: 03 Mar 2024
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How solar energy got so cheap, and why it's not everywhere (yet)
A lot speaks for solar energy. It's clean, renewable – and now even cheaper than energy from fossil fuels like coal or natural gas. Sounds pretty great, right? But it only makes up a tiny bit of global electricity production. Why don't we use a lot more of it yet?
We're destroying our environment at an alarming rate. But it doesn't need to be this way. Our new channel Planet A explores the shift towards an eco-friendly world — and challenges our ideas about what dealing with climate change means. We look at the big and the small: What we can do and how the system needs to change. Every Friday we'll take a truly global look at how to get us out of this mess.
#PlanetA #SolarEnergy #RenewableEnergy
READ MORE:
Cost of solar:
https://www.irena.org/-/media/Files/IRENA/Agency/Publication/...
published: 15 Jan 2021
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How solar energy got so cheap
Cheap solar is a policy success story.
Subscribe and turn on notifications 🔔 so you don't miss any videos: http://goo.gl/0bsAjO
Since 2009, the price of sola...
Cheap solar is a policy success story.
Subscribe and turn on notifications 🔔 so you don't miss any videos: http://goo.gl/0bsAjO
Since 2009, the price of solar energy has come down by 90 percent. That’s no accident. It’s the result of policy interventions from the US to Germany to China.
As policy analyst Gregory Nemet puts it, “No one country is responsible. It was a relay race rather than a competition.” The global flow of knowledge, people, technology, and policy helped bring down the price per watt from more than $100 in 1976 to less than $0.50 today, according to this analysis from the folks at Our World in Data. https://ourworldindata.org/cheap-renewables-growth
If we can learn the right lessons from solar’s success, it could help us develop and deploy the technology we need to keep our planet habitable and avoid the worst impacts of climate change.
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https://wn.com/How_Solar_Energy_Got_So_Cheap
Cheap solar is a policy success story.
Subscribe and turn on notifications 🔔 so you don't miss any videos: http://goo.gl/0bsAjO
Since 2009, the price of solar energy has come down by 90 percent. That’s no accident. It’s the result of policy interventions from the US to Germany to China.
As policy analyst Gregory Nemet puts it, “No one country is responsible. It was a relay race rather than a competition.” The global flow of knowledge, people, technology, and policy helped bring down the price per watt from more than $100 in 1976 to less than $0.50 today, according to this analysis from the folks at Our World in Data. https://ourworldindata.org/cheap-renewables-growth
If we can learn the right lessons from solar’s success, it could help us develop and deploy the technology we need to keep our planet habitable and avoid the worst impacts of climate change.
Make sure you never miss behind-the-scenes content in the Vox Video newsletter, sign up here: http://vox.com/video-newsletter
Vox is an explanatory newsroom on a mission to help everyone understand our weird, wonderful, complicated world, so that we can all help shape it. Part of that mission is keeping our work free.
You can help us do that by making a gift: http://www.vox.com/contribute-now
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- published: 13 Apr 2023
- views: 826621
10:36
This solar energy innovation is 10 times cheaper than analogues: solar electricity 24 hours a day
I made (a month ago) this new device for converting solar radiation into thermal energy of 300-400 ºC, which can be converted into electricity. It uses very che...
I made (a month ago) this new device for converting solar radiation into thermal energy of 300-400 ºC, which can be converted into electricity. It uses very cheap mirrors (less than 1 USD / sq.m) and is an improvement on my solar station, which was built 8 years ago, has 58 sq.m of mirrors and cost me about $1000.
Its mirrors focus solar radiation and turn it into heating water for space heating this house in winter and heating water of this pool in summer in the climate of central Ukraine.
Many of us might think that this steam could be used to generate electricity, however in fact it is not, and the main problem will be described in the middle of this video. But that problem is solved by this my new solar heater, and I will show how it can create thermal energy with temperatures up to 400 ºC. I will describe it in the last minutes of this video, and therefore millions of these cheap solar heaters can form similar solar stations to generate cheap solar electricity.
So, I repeat that in 3 minutes I will start describing this new solar heater that solves the main problem of these old devices, but for now let's analyze how this old solar station could generate electricity. Many of us may think that here we should install a turbine which will rotate an electric generator, but this is a bad idea, and we have to use another method which is used by solar power plants of this type.
Investors have already built more than 100 similar power plants in various countries, and let's look at how solar electricity is generated by this American station with a cost of $ 2,000,000,000. When the sun appears, its radiation is focused by these mirrors and heats thermal oil inside these tubes to temperatures of almost 400 ºC. This hot oil moves to the center of the solar plant, where a fraction of its thermal energy produces steam for a turbine that generates electricity. The rest of the thermal energy of the oil comes to these heat storages, where the energy heats more than 100,000 tons of molten salt. A few hours later, in the evening or at night, this hot molten salt will produce steam for the same turbine
Unfortunately, these solar heaters are very expensive, and therefore they give us expensive electricity, but these my devices are about 10 times cheaper.
So, here pumps must guarantee circulation of thermal oil with a temperature of about 300 ºC, and this solar radiation must heat the hot oil to even higher temperatures. In addition, our cheap solar heaters must form similar long rows, covering an area of many square kilometers. When the sun is shining, that hot oil must transfer the thermal energy to a turbine and heat storages which were described in this my previous video. Those heat storages can provide the thermal energy to operate the turbine in the coming night, or for several non-solar days in a row, and maybe they can transfer a lot of thermal energy from summer to winter. That is why our solar power plants are becoming independent of the weather and the season, and that previous video described these formulas with such a cost of our solar electricity, which is cheaper than electricity from thermal and nuclear power plants.
But unfortunately these old solar heaters have the following big problem which will be solved by these new heaters. Unfortunately, these old solar heaters are not able to heat the oil with a temperature of 300 ºC , and now we can notice the cause why this is so. We can notice that here the solar radiation from my mirrors is 5 or 8 times the normal radiation flux from the sun.
The compression of 5 or 8 times is sufficient for a good heating power of a heat transfer fluid with a temperature of 100 ºC, or perhaps 200 ºC, but unfortunately the good heating power at 300 ºC is not achievable. For example, these expensive solar heaters can compress solar radiation by about 50 times.
But this new device compresses solar radiation by a factor of about 20 or 30, which should be enough to heat thermal oil at around 300 ºC, and let's look at how this new device achieves such compression of solar radiation.
My old device uses these mirrors, which are a sheet of expanded polystyrene with a cheap reflective film. This is a very cheap type of mirrors, and it uses these materials with a total cost of less than 1 USD / sq.m of mirrors, and it is approximately 300 times cheaper than the total construction cost of these solar heaters. I use the simplest methods to replace my cheap mirrors because their lifespan is 1.5 years. Now I am showing how those mirrors cover a long row of my old solar heaters.
Let's look at the mirrors of my new device, and they are the same, but narrower, with a width of 25 cm. These mirrors form such mirror stripes. We see that 2 narrow mirrors are mounted on these wooden slats, which form the desired shape of our mirrors.
https://wn.com/This_Solar_Energy_Innovation_Is_10_Times_Cheaper_Than_Analogues_Solar_Electricity_24_Hours_A_Day
I made (a month ago) this new device for converting solar radiation into thermal energy of 300-400 ºC, which can be converted into electricity. It uses very cheap mirrors (less than 1 USD / sq.m) and is an improvement on my solar station, which was built 8 years ago, has 58 sq.m of mirrors and cost me about $1000.
Its mirrors focus solar radiation and turn it into heating water for space heating this house in winter and heating water of this pool in summer in the climate of central Ukraine.
Many of us might think that this steam could be used to generate electricity, however in fact it is not, and the main problem will be described in the middle of this video. But that problem is solved by this my new solar heater, and I will show how it can create thermal energy with temperatures up to 400 ºC. I will describe it in the last minutes of this video, and therefore millions of these cheap solar heaters can form similar solar stations to generate cheap solar electricity.
So, I repeat that in 3 minutes I will start describing this new solar heater that solves the main problem of these old devices, but for now let's analyze how this old solar station could generate electricity. Many of us may think that here we should install a turbine which will rotate an electric generator, but this is a bad idea, and we have to use another method which is used by solar power plants of this type.
Investors have already built more than 100 similar power plants in various countries, and let's look at how solar electricity is generated by this American station with a cost of $ 2,000,000,000. When the sun appears, its radiation is focused by these mirrors and heats thermal oil inside these tubes to temperatures of almost 400 ºC. This hot oil moves to the center of the solar plant, where a fraction of its thermal energy produces steam for a turbine that generates electricity. The rest of the thermal energy of the oil comes to these heat storages, where the energy heats more than 100,000 tons of molten salt. A few hours later, in the evening or at night, this hot molten salt will produce steam for the same turbine
Unfortunately, these solar heaters are very expensive, and therefore they give us expensive electricity, but these my devices are about 10 times cheaper.
So, here pumps must guarantee circulation of thermal oil with a temperature of about 300 ºC, and this solar radiation must heat the hot oil to even higher temperatures. In addition, our cheap solar heaters must form similar long rows, covering an area of many square kilometers. When the sun is shining, that hot oil must transfer the thermal energy to a turbine and heat storages which were described in this my previous video. Those heat storages can provide the thermal energy to operate the turbine in the coming night, or for several non-solar days in a row, and maybe they can transfer a lot of thermal energy from summer to winter. That is why our solar power plants are becoming independent of the weather and the season, and that previous video described these formulas with such a cost of our solar electricity, which is cheaper than electricity from thermal and nuclear power plants.
But unfortunately these old solar heaters have the following big problem which will be solved by these new heaters. Unfortunately, these old solar heaters are not able to heat the oil with a temperature of 300 ºC , and now we can notice the cause why this is so. We can notice that here the solar radiation from my mirrors is 5 or 8 times the normal radiation flux from the sun.
The compression of 5 or 8 times is sufficient for a good heating power of a heat transfer fluid with a temperature of 100 ºC, or perhaps 200 ºC, but unfortunately the good heating power at 300 ºC is not achievable. For example, these expensive solar heaters can compress solar radiation by about 50 times.
But this new device compresses solar radiation by a factor of about 20 or 30, which should be enough to heat thermal oil at around 300 ºC, and let's look at how this new device achieves such compression of solar radiation.
My old device uses these mirrors, which are a sheet of expanded polystyrene with a cheap reflective film. This is a very cheap type of mirrors, and it uses these materials with a total cost of less than 1 USD / sq.m of mirrors, and it is approximately 300 times cheaper than the total construction cost of these solar heaters. I use the simplest methods to replace my cheap mirrors because their lifespan is 1.5 years. Now I am showing how those mirrors cover a long row of my old solar heaters.
Let's look at the mirrors of my new device, and they are the same, but narrower, with a width of 25 cm. These mirrors form such mirror stripes. We see that 2 narrow mirrors are mounted on these wooden slats, which form the desired shape of our mirrors.
- published: 22 Dec 2022
- views: 316564
18:49
Building our First Solar Array. Easy, Low Cost Solar Ground Mount.
We built this ground mount off of our existing Garden Fence. So it saved us the cost of 5 posts and concrete, that was already there. We bought a $110 on trea...
We built this ground mount off of our existing Garden Fence. So it saved us the cost of 5 posts and concrete, that was already there. We bought a $110 on treated lumber. And another $20 for Deck Screws and Lag Screws. Total cost of the ground mount was $130 and 1 day of work.
Low Price Per Watt - Solar Panels: http://bit.ly/3Jx8EmQ
Buy T-Shirts and Hoodies on Our Website:
https://www.countryviewacreshomestead.com
Our Amazon Shop full of great Homesteading items:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/countryviewacres
TYM Tractors: https://tym.world/en-us/
E-mail us at: countryviewacreshomestead@gmail.com
Send Letters to:
Country View Acres
P.O. Box 469
Robinson, IL 62454
Our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/countryviewacres
Our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/countryviewacreshomestead
Our Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/country_view_acres/
We live in southeastern Illinois on a 41 acre homestead. We just finished building our log cabin in 2018. Now we are focused on trying to grow our own food and raise livestock. Follow us on our journey we continue to develop our homestead and farm, while becoming more self sufficient.
#solar #solarpanels #solarenergy
https://wn.com/Building_Our_First_Solar_Array._Easy,_Low_Cost_Solar_Ground_Mount.
We built this ground mount off of our existing Garden Fence. So it saved us the cost of 5 posts and concrete, that was already there. We bought a $110 on treated lumber. And another $20 for Deck Screws and Lag Screws. Total cost of the ground mount was $130 and 1 day of work.
Low Price Per Watt - Solar Panels: http://bit.ly/3Jx8EmQ
Buy T-Shirts and Hoodies on Our Website:
https://www.countryviewacreshomestead.com
Our Amazon Shop full of great Homesteading items:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/countryviewacres
TYM Tractors: https://tym.world/en-us/
E-mail us at: countryviewacreshomestead@gmail.com
Send Letters to:
Country View Acres
P.O. Box 469
Robinson, IL 62454
Our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/countryviewacres
Our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/countryviewacreshomestead
Our Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/country_view_acres/
We live in southeastern Illinois on a 41 acre homestead. We just finished building our log cabin in 2018. Now we are focused on trying to grow our own food and raise livestock. Follow us on our journey we continue to develop our homestead and farm, while becoming more self sufficient.
#solar #solarpanels #solarenergy
- published: 24 Jan 2023
- views: 210076
7:39
Dirt Cheap Used Solar Panels: 250W for $69 + Shipping
$69 Solar Panels (affiliate links):
https://www.santansolar.com/product/santan-solar-t-series-250w/?ref=errolprowse
455W New Solar Panels for Cheap: https://ww...
$69 Solar Panels (affiliate links):
https://www.santansolar.com/product/santan-solar-t-series-250w/?ref=errolprowse
455W New Solar Panels for Cheap: https://www.santansolar.com/product-category/solar-panels/new-solar-panels/?ref=errolprowse
All in one LV6548: https://watts247.com/product/2-x-lv6548-13kw-120v-solar-inverter-8kw-2-x-4kw-250v-mppt-bms-ul1741-listed-built-in-wifi/?wpam_id=3
Other all in one systems: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/all-in-one-122448v-packages.html
DC Clamp Meter with Inrush Measuring: https://amzn.to/3oaGbGZ
*Does off-grid solar confuse you?*
Check out my DIY friendly website for solar system packages and product recommendations, and so much more! http://www.mobile-solarpower.com
*Join our DIY solar community!*
#1 largest solar forum on the internet for beginners and professionals alike:
https://www.diysolarforum.com
Check out my best-selling, beginner-friendly 12V off-grid solar book (affiliate link):
http://amzn.to/2Aj4dX4
If DIY is not for you, but you love solar and need an offgrid system, check out EnergyPal! They will price out a system and get your house offgrid: https://energypal.com/diysolar/
*My Solar Equipment Recommendations (Constantly updated! Check here first):*
12V/48V Lithium Batteries: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-batteries.html
Solar System Component Directory: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/solarcomponents.html
Complete 48V System Blueprint: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/48v-complete-system-blueprint.html
Plug-N-Play Systems: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/full-size-systems.html
Complete 48V System Kits: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/complete-48v-solar-kits.html
DIY Friendly Air Conditioner/ Heat Pumps: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-friendly-air-conditioners.html
*My Favorite Online Stores for DIY Solar Products:*
*Signature Solar*
Offgrid One-Stop-Shop. Best Value 48V LiFePO4, Victron and Offgrid Specific Heat Pumps:
https://www.signaturesolar.com/?ref=h-cvbzfahsek
*Current Connected*
SOK, Victron, Mr.Cool Heatpumps and High Quality Components:
https://currentconnected.com/?ref=wp
*Ecoflow Delta*
My favorite plug-n-play solar generator:
https://us.ecoflow.com/?aff=7
*AmpereTime*
Cheapest 12V batteries around:
https://amperetime.com/products/ampere-time-12v-100ah-lithium-lifepo4-battery?ref=h-cvbzfahsek
*Renogy*
A classic 12V solar store that has been around for ages!
https://renogy.sjv.io/n1VjXx
*Rich Solar*
Renogy's biggest competitor! Similar products, but at a better price:
https://richsolar.com/?ref=h-cvbzfahsek
*Battery Hookup*
Cheap cell deals
https://bit.ly/2mIxSqt
5% off code: diysolar
*Contact Information:*
I am NOT available for personal solar system consult! If you wish to contact me, this is my direct email: williamprowsediysolar@gmail.com
Join the forum at https://diysolarforum.com/ if you wish to hang out with myself and others and talk about solar
*FTC Disclosure Statement and Disclaimers:*
Every video includes some form of paid promotion or sponsorship. Some links on this youtube channel may be affiliate links. We may get paid if you buy something or take an action after clicking one of these. My videos are for educational purposes only. Information is subject to change/update at any time. Electricity is DANGEROUS and can kill. Be smart and use common sense :)
DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program,
An affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com
https://wn.com/Dirt_Cheap_Used_Solar_Panels_250W_For_69_Shipping
$69 Solar Panels (affiliate links):
https://www.santansolar.com/product/santan-solar-t-series-250w/?ref=errolprowse
455W New Solar Panels for Cheap: https://www.santansolar.com/product-category/solar-panels/new-solar-panels/?ref=errolprowse
All in one LV6548: https://watts247.com/product/2-x-lv6548-13kw-120v-solar-inverter-8kw-2-x-4kw-250v-mppt-bms-ul1741-listed-built-in-wifi/?wpam_id=3
Other all in one systems: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/all-in-one-122448v-packages.html
DC Clamp Meter with Inrush Measuring: https://amzn.to/3oaGbGZ
*Does off-grid solar confuse you?*
Check out my DIY friendly website for solar system packages and product recommendations, and so much more! http://www.mobile-solarpower.com
*Join our DIY solar community!*
#1 largest solar forum on the internet for beginners and professionals alike:
https://www.diysolarforum.com
Check out my best-selling, beginner-friendly 12V off-grid solar book (affiliate link):
http://amzn.to/2Aj4dX4
If DIY is not for you, but you love solar and need an offgrid system, check out EnergyPal! They will price out a system and get your house offgrid: https://energypal.com/diysolar/
*My Solar Equipment Recommendations (Constantly updated! Check here first):*
12V/48V Lithium Batteries: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-batteries.html
Solar System Component Directory: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/solarcomponents.html
Complete 48V System Blueprint: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/48v-complete-system-blueprint.html
Plug-N-Play Systems: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/full-size-systems.html
Complete 48V System Kits: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/complete-48v-solar-kits.html
DIY Friendly Air Conditioner/ Heat Pumps: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-friendly-air-conditioners.html
*My Favorite Online Stores for DIY Solar Products:*
*Signature Solar*
Offgrid One-Stop-Shop. Best Value 48V LiFePO4, Victron and Offgrid Specific Heat Pumps:
https://www.signaturesolar.com/?ref=h-cvbzfahsek
*Current Connected*
SOK, Victron, Mr.Cool Heatpumps and High Quality Components:
https://currentconnected.com/?ref=wp
*Ecoflow Delta*
My favorite plug-n-play solar generator:
https://us.ecoflow.com/?aff=7
*AmpereTime*
Cheapest 12V batteries around:
https://amperetime.com/products/ampere-time-12v-100ah-lithium-lifepo4-battery?ref=h-cvbzfahsek
*Renogy*
A classic 12V solar store that has been around for ages!
https://renogy.sjv.io/n1VjXx
*Rich Solar*
Renogy's biggest competitor! Similar products, but at a better price:
https://richsolar.com/?ref=h-cvbzfahsek
*Battery Hookup*
Cheap cell deals
https://bit.ly/2mIxSqt
5% off code: diysolar
*Contact Information:*
I am NOT available for personal solar system consult! If you wish to contact me, this is my direct email: williamprowsediysolar@gmail.com
Join the forum at https://diysolarforum.com/ if you wish to hang out with myself and others and talk about solar
*FTC Disclosure Statement and Disclaimers:*
Every video includes some form of paid promotion or sponsorship. Some links on this youtube channel may be affiliate links. We may get paid if you buy something or take an action after clicking one of these. My videos are for educational purposes only. Information is subject to change/update at any time. Electricity is DANGEROUS and can kill. Be smart and use common sense :)
DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program,
An affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com
- published: 12 May 2021
- views: 2231836
21:37
Can You Power Your Entire House With This Ultra Cheap Solar System??
#RENOGY #SOLAR #HOMESTEAD
lets find out if we can run my entire house and homestead on this simple and cheap 1,200w solar system!
Help Support the channel dir...
#RENOGY #SOLAR #HOMESTEAD
lets find out if we can run my entire house and homestead on this simple and cheap 1,200w solar system!
Help Support the channel directly! Go To:
http://www.buymeacoffee.com/LifeofLind
Solar parts used:
60 amp Charge Controller:
https://amzn.to/3zPjQGw
1/0 Battery cable:
https://amzn.to/3PNcFnE
Renogy 100w Solar panel:
https://amzn.to/3oRhUGU
6,000 watt signeer power inverter 24 DC volt
https://amzn.to/3PVfdjG
https://wn.com/Can_You_Power_Your_Entire_House_With_This_Ultra_Cheap_Solar_System
#RENOGY #SOLAR #HOMESTEAD
lets find out if we can run my entire house and homestead on this simple and cheap 1,200w solar system!
Help Support the channel directly! Go To:
http://www.buymeacoffee.com/LifeofLind
Solar parts used:
60 amp Charge Controller:
https://amzn.to/3zPjQGw
1/0 Battery cable:
https://amzn.to/3PNcFnE
Renogy 100w Solar panel:
https://amzn.to/3oRhUGU
6,000 watt signeer power inverter 24 DC volt
https://amzn.to/3PVfdjG
- published: 01 Aug 2022
- views: 638917
26:09
EASY AND CHEAP DIY SOLAR POWER FOR OFF GRID CABIN LIVING
This is a super easy and affordable way to add solar power to any off grid building, cabin, shop, barn, shed.. you name it! Before you spend thousands on a "sol...
This is a super easy and affordable way to add solar power to any off grid building, cabin, shop, barn, shed.. you name it! Before you spend thousands on a "solar generator" or portable battery bank, watch this to see you can outfit your cabin, camp, or RV with cheap, affordable, solar power.
Here are links to some of the components. Not all of the products I used are still available, so in some cases these are similar components:
PWM Solar Charge Controller: https://amzn.to/3zn2vnj
Power Inverter: https://amzn.to/3GQXhmQ
Sealed Battery: https://amzn.to/3H6S23p
100 Watt Solar Panel: https://amzn.to/3D0nHSf
https://wn.com/Easy_And_Cheap_Diy_Solar_Power_For_Off_Grid_Cabin_Living
This is a super easy and affordable way to add solar power to any off grid building, cabin, shop, barn, shed.. you name it! Before you spend thousands on a "solar generator" or portable battery bank, watch this to see you can outfit your cabin, camp, or RV with cheap, affordable, solar power.
Here are links to some of the components. Not all of the products I used are still available, so in some cases these are similar components:
PWM Solar Charge Controller: https://amzn.to/3zn2vnj
Power Inverter: https://amzn.to/3GQXhmQ
Sealed Battery: https://amzn.to/3H6S23p
100 Watt Solar Panel: https://amzn.to/3D0nHSf
- published: 07 Mar 2022
- views: 383747
8:00
Beginner And Budget Friendly DIY Solar Power System! Anyone can build this!
48V System Parts List (Affiliate Links):
48V/24V/12V Budget Model: https://signaturesolar.com/shop-all/batteries/eg4-lifepower4/?ref=cPwLcVc0SW-BjN
48V/24V/12V...
48V System Parts List (Affiliate Links):
48V/24V/12V Budget Model: https://signaturesolar.com/shop-all/batteries/eg4-lifepower4/?ref=cPwLcVc0SW-BjN
48V/24V/12V 100Ah Pro Model: https://signaturesolar.com/shop-all/batteries/eg4-ll/?ref=cPwLcVc0SW-BjN
Battery Cables: https://amzn.to/3m8Wsg2
48V Growatt All in one System: https://www.signaturesolar.com/products/3kw-48w-150vac-80a-off-grid-inverter-by-growatt?ref=cPwLcVc0SW-BjN
12 gauge extension cable: https://amzn.to/3jxNxmO
Solar Panels: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-panels.html
24V System Parts List:
Battery Cables: https://amzn.to/3m8Wsg2
24V Growatt All in One System: https://www.signaturesolar.com/products/3kw-24w-150vac-80a-off-grid-inverter-by-growatt?ref=cPwLcVc0SW-BjN
12 Gauge Extension Cable: https://amzn.to/3jxNxmO
Solar Panels: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-panels.html
Solar Panel Array Voltage Calculator: https://www.solarchargecontrollercalculator.com/
how to design a solar array wiring configuration: https://youtu.be/C-k0WHJ4RxQ
Example Settings and Other All in One Systems: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/all-in-one-122448v-packages.html
*Does off-grid solar confuse you?*
Check out my DIY friendly website for solar system packages and product recommendations, and so much more! http://www.mobile-solarpower.com
*Join our DIY solar community!*
#1 largest solar forum on the internet for beginners and professionals alike:
https://www.diysolarforum.com
Check out my best-selling, beginner-friendly 12V off-grid solar book (affiliate link):
http://amzn.to/2Aj4dX4
If DIY is not for you, but you love solar and need an offgrid system, check out EnergyPal! They will price out a system and get your house offgrid: https://energypal.com/diysolar/
*My Solar Equipment Recommendations (Constantly updated! Check here first):*
12V/48V Lithium Batteries: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-batteries.html
Solar System Component Directory: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/solarcomponents.html
Complete 48V System Blueprint: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/48v-complete-system-blueprint.html
Plug-N-Play Systems: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/full-size-systems.html
Complete 48V System Kits: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/complete-48v-solar-kits.html
DIY Friendly Air Conditioner/ Heat Pumps: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-friendly-air-conditioners.html
*My Favorite Online Stores for DIY Solar Products:*
*Signature Solar*
Offgrid One-Stop-Shop. Best Value 48V LiFePO4, Victron and Offgrid Specific Heat Pumps:
https://www.signaturesolar.com/?ref=h-cvbzfahsek
*Current Connected*
SOK, Victron, Mr.Cool Heatpumps and High Quality Components:
https://currentconnected.com/?ref=wp
*Ecoflow Delta*
My favorite plug-n-play solar generator:
https://us.ecoflow.com/?aff=7
*AmpereTime*
Cheapest 12V batteries around:
https://amperetime.com/products/ampere-time-12v-100ah-lithium-lifepo4-battery?ref=h-cvbzfahsek
*Renogy*
A classic 12V solar store that has been around for ages!
https://renogy.sjv.io/n1VjXx
*Rich Solar*
Renogy's biggest competitor! Similar products, but at a better price:
https://richsolar.com/?ref=h-cvbzfahsek
*Battery Hookup*
Cheap cell deals
https://bit.ly/2mIxSqt
5% off code: diysolar
*Contact Information:*
I am NOT available for personal solar system consult! If you wish to contact me, this is my direct email: williamprowsediysolar@gmail.com
Join the forum at https://diysolarforum.com/ if you wish to hang out with myself and others and talk about solar
*FTC Disclosure Statement and Disclaimers:*
Every video includes some form of paid promotion or sponsorship. Some links on this youtube channel may be affiliate links. We may get paid if you buy something or take an action after clicking one of these. My videos are for educational purposes only. Information is subject to change/update at any time. Electricity is DANGEROUS and can kill. Be smart and use common sense :)
DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program,
An affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com
https://wn.com/Beginner_And_Budget_Friendly_Diy_Solar_Power_System_Anyone_Can_Build_This
48V System Parts List (Affiliate Links):
48V/24V/12V Budget Model: https://signaturesolar.com/shop-all/batteries/eg4-lifepower4/?ref=cPwLcVc0SW-BjN
48V/24V/12V 100Ah Pro Model: https://signaturesolar.com/shop-all/batteries/eg4-ll/?ref=cPwLcVc0SW-BjN
Battery Cables: https://amzn.to/3m8Wsg2
48V Growatt All in one System: https://www.signaturesolar.com/products/3kw-48w-150vac-80a-off-grid-inverter-by-growatt?ref=cPwLcVc0SW-BjN
12 gauge extension cable: https://amzn.to/3jxNxmO
Solar Panels: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-panels.html
24V System Parts List:
Battery Cables: https://amzn.to/3m8Wsg2
24V Growatt All in One System: https://www.signaturesolar.com/products/3kw-24w-150vac-80a-off-grid-inverter-by-growatt?ref=cPwLcVc0SW-BjN
12 Gauge Extension Cable: https://amzn.to/3jxNxmO
Solar Panels: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-panels.html
Solar Panel Array Voltage Calculator: https://www.solarchargecontrollercalculator.com/
how to design a solar array wiring configuration: https://youtu.be/C-k0WHJ4RxQ
Example Settings and Other All in One Systems: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/all-in-one-122448v-packages.html
*Does off-grid solar confuse you?*
Check out my DIY friendly website for solar system packages and product recommendations, and so much more! http://www.mobile-solarpower.com
*Join our DIY solar community!*
#1 largest solar forum on the internet for beginners and professionals alike:
https://www.diysolarforum.com
Check out my best-selling, beginner-friendly 12V off-grid solar book (affiliate link):
http://amzn.to/2Aj4dX4
If DIY is not for you, but you love solar and need an offgrid system, check out EnergyPal! They will price out a system and get your house offgrid: https://energypal.com/diysolar/
*My Solar Equipment Recommendations (Constantly updated! Check here first):*
12V/48V Lithium Batteries: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-batteries.html
Solar System Component Directory: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/solarcomponents.html
Complete 48V System Blueprint: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/48v-complete-system-blueprint.html
Plug-N-Play Systems: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/full-size-systems.html
Complete 48V System Kits: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/complete-48v-solar-kits.html
DIY Friendly Air Conditioner/ Heat Pumps: https://www.mobile-solarpower.com/solar-friendly-air-conditioners.html
*My Favorite Online Stores for DIY Solar Products:*
*Signature Solar*
Offgrid One-Stop-Shop. Best Value 48V LiFePO4, Victron and Offgrid Specific Heat Pumps:
https://www.signaturesolar.com/?ref=h-cvbzfahsek
*Current Connected*
SOK, Victron, Mr.Cool Heatpumps and High Quality Components:
https://currentconnected.com/?ref=wp
*Ecoflow Delta*
My favorite plug-n-play solar generator:
https://us.ecoflow.com/?aff=7
*AmpereTime*
Cheapest 12V batteries around:
https://amperetime.com/products/ampere-time-12v-100ah-lithium-lifepo4-battery?ref=h-cvbzfahsek
*Renogy*
A classic 12V solar store that has been around for ages!
https://renogy.sjv.io/n1VjXx
*Rich Solar*
Renogy's biggest competitor! Similar products, but at a better price:
https://richsolar.com/?ref=h-cvbzfahsek
*Battery Hookup*
Cheap cell deals
https://bit.ly/2mIxSqt
5% off code: diysolar
*Contact Information:*
I am NOT available for personal solar system consult! If you wish to contact me, this is my direct email: williamprowsediysolar@gmail.com
Join the forum at https://diysolarforum.com/ if you wish to hang out with myself and others and talk about solar
*FTC Disclosure Statement and Disclaimers:*
Every video includes some form of paid promotion or sponsorship. Some links on this youtube channel may be affiliate links. We may get paid if you buy something or take an action after clicking one of these. My videos are for educational purposes only. Information is subject to change/update at any time. Electricity is DANGEROUS and can kill. Be smart and use common sense :)
DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program,
An affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com
- published: 24 Oct 2021
- views: 1951350
8:28
Cheap grid tie solar setup (600W 3kWh/day)
I needed an upgrade for my solar setup since the utility bills got outrageous. The cheap grid tie inverter is easy to setup and saves me 1€/day now. I tested th...
I needed an upgrade for my solar setup since the utility bills got outrageous. The cheap grid tie inverter is easy to setup and saves me 1€/day now. I tested the microinverter and it's working fine making 3kWh/day with two 300W panels. The highest output I measured with my clamp meter at was 2A AC which corresponds to about 520Watts. That's nice because I didn't spend a penny for the mount. The app allows to control the output so you can limit it if you need.
New merch is here! https://merch.bitluni.net/shop
In Germany the inverter can't exceed 600W so be cautious: https://www.vde.com/de/fnn/arbeitsgebiete/tar/tar-niederspannung/erzeugungsanlagen-steckdose
Links to parts and tools (affiliate links):
- The shop for the 700W inverters I got with app: https://aliexpress.bitluni.net/gridTieShop
- Micro Inverter with plug and no app 600/700W: https://aliexpress.bitluni.net/gridTieInverter
- The same Inverter on Amazon EU for 200€ https://amazon.bitluni.net/gridTie700
- Flexible Solar Panels: https://aliexpress.bitluni.net/flexSolarPanel
Drone DJI Mini 3 pro: https://amazon.bitluni.net/drone
Camera and lens (4k 60fps): https://amazon.bitluni.net/gh5
Zoom H6 Audio Recorder: https://amazon.bitluni.net/h6
plz share :-)
Github Sponsors: https://github.com/sponsors/bitluni
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bitluni
Channel membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_5PO66faM4dBFbFFBdPSQ/join
Paypal: https://paypal.me/bitluni
Twitter: @bitluni
Discord: https://discord.gg/MT5RbJt
#solar #diy #microinverter
https://wn.com/Cheap_Grid_Tie_Solar_Setup_(600W_3Kwh_Day)
I needed an upgrade for my solar setup since the utility bills got outrageous. The cheap grid tie inverter is easy to setup and saves me 1€/day now. I tested the microinverter and it's working fine making 3kWh/day with two 300W panels. The highest output I measured with my clamp meter at was 2A AC which corresponds to about 520Watts. That's nice because I didn't spend a penny for the mount. The app allows to control the output so you can limit it if you need.
New merch is here! https://merch.bitluni.net/shop
In Germany the inverter can't exceed 600W so be cautious: https://www.vde.com/de/fnn/arbeitsgebiete/tar/tar-niederspannung/erzeugungsanlagen-steckdose
Links to parts and tools (affiliate links):
- The shop for the 700W inverters I got with app: https://aliexpress.bitluni.net/gridTieShop
- Micro Inverter with plug and no app 600/700W: https://aliexpress.bitluni.net/gridTieInverter
- The same Inverter on Amazon EU for 200€ https://amazon.bitluni.net/gridTie700
- Flexible Solar Panels: https://aliexpress.bitluni.net/flexSolarPanel
Drone DJI Mini 3 pro: https://amazon.bitluni.net/drone
Camera and lens (4k 60fps): https://amazon.bitluni.net/gh5
Zoom H6 Audio Recorder: https://amazon.bitluni.net/h6
plz share :-)
Github Sponsors: https://github.com/sponsors/bitluni
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bitluni
Channel membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_5PO66faM4dBFbFFBdPSQ/join
Paypal: https://paypal.me/bitluni
Twitter: @bitluni
Discord: https://discord.gg/MT5RbJt
#solar #diy #microinverter
- published: 17 Jun 2022
- views: 92494
19:00
Solar Power 101: Overlanding Basics (Types of Solar Panels, How it Works, Uses for Overlanders)
In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm going to run you through the basics of solar power and it's uses for overlanding. I see people asking lots of questio...
In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm going to run you through the basics of solar power and it's uses for overlanding. I see people asking lots of questions in overlanding and camping groups and forums, so while I'm no electrician, I've been using solar for the last 4 or 5 years and I've learned a lot.
I was in the same place as a lot of us 5 years ago where solar seemed really intimidating and scary, but once I got into it, it's really pretty straightforward and there are so many valuable uses that it's a powerful tool for your overlanding build.
As I mention in the video, here are a couple of helpful links to related articles that may help if you're getting started in solar.
Mono vs. Poly: Solar Cells Comparison: https://sunvivalguide.com/amorphous-vs-monocrystalline-vs-polycrystalline-solar-panel/
Solar calculator: https://mowgli-adventures.com/rv-solar-calculator/
And here are some of the solar products I've used over the years that I liked:
The first 100W Renogy Solar panel with controller that I ran on my Xterra ($130 and includes panel, controller, and cords): https://amzn.to/42YED7p
Odyssey AGM Starter battery (ran this in both my Xterra and again in my Frontier-if you're not in a Nissan truck, verify the battery size for your application): https://amzn.to/3SYXnyP
I built a portable power bank on the cheap using this battery (100AH LifePo4): https://amzn.to/3T0a9gC
And I put that battery in a pre-made battery box for tons of capacity for around $300 total: https://amzn.to/3Ifwpyj
If you have a solar panel, but want a decent budget controller to allow you to hook it up to a battery, this one is great and it's $18: https://amzn.to/3P0oQzh
Or, if you want a better MPPT controller, this one is under $70 and has bluetooth connectivity and a phone app: https://amzn.to/3TdyZuK
Here's that Allpowers power bank and it comes with a 200 watt flexible panel (I'm going to mount mine to the top of my RTT for about $500 total including the power bank and the solar panel): https://amzn.to/49Tkfqi
_________________________________________________________________________
I'm also trying something new with YouTube memberships. It's a simple way to support the channel if you'd like and you get early access to all the videos plus some other fun perks. If you're interested, click on the "Join" button below to see how it works!
A huge thanks to my featured partners:
Going to MOORE Expo this year? Click here and use code ALLTHINGSO10 for 10% off your tickets: https://bit.ly/423cH1u
Kenda Tires (my favorite tires for the last 10 years): http://bit.ly/3YSwrlh
REDARC (all kinds of trick power management solutions): https://bit.ly/3x4KiaA
Northology Adventures (sign up for their FREE monthly magazine and check out their events!): https://bit.ly/3jvJG7J
Click here to join the Patreon community (and hop in the 24/7 Discord!): https://www.patreon.com/allthingsoverlanding
Click here to get patches or stickers: https://allthingsoverlanding.com/shop/
For a full list of my gear, check out this page for quick reference links: https://allthingsoverlanding.com/gear/
Looking for budget light bars, rock lights, and LED strips for your rig? Check out Nilight and use code ATO for 5% off! https://bit.ly/38xBkMf
For more great content and info, you can follow me on Facebook, Instagram, or search for All Things Overlanding on all the major podcast channels!
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3iqctcv
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3jnwO3s
TikTok: https://bit.ly/3bUGxQa
Podcast: https://bit.ly/2EVbbse
Newbie Overlanding Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/367203658420467
https://wn.com/Solar_Power_101_Overlanding_Basics_(Types_Of_Solar_Panels,_How_It_Works,_Uses_For_Overlanders)
In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm going to run you through the basics of solar power and it's uses for overlanding. I see people asking lots of questions in overlanding and camping groups and forums, so while I'm no electrician, I've been using solar for the last 4 or 5 years and I've learned a lot.
I was in the same place as a lot of us 5 years ago where solar seemed really intimidating and scary, but once I got into it, it's really pretty straightforward and there are so many valuable uses that it's a powerful tool for your overlanding build.
As I mention in the video, here are a couple of helpful links to related articles that may help if you're getting started in solar.
Mono vs. Poly: Solar Cells Comparison: https://sunvivalguide.com/amorphous-vs-monocrystalline-vs-polycrystalline-solar-panel/
Solar calculator: https://mowgli-adventures.com/rv-solar-calculator/
And here are some of the solar products I've used over the years that I liked:
The first 100W Renogy Solar panel with controller that I ran on my Xterra ($130 and includes panel, controller, and cords): https://amzn.to/42YED7p
Odyssey AGM Starter battery (ran this in both my Xterra and again in my Frontier-if you're not in a Nissan truck, verify the battery size for your application): https://amzn.to/3SYXnyP
I built a portable power bank on the cheap using this battery (100AH LifePo4): https://amzn.to/3T0a9gC
And I put that battery in a pre-made battery box for tons of capacity for around $300 total: https://amzn.to/3Ifwpyj
If you have a solar panel, but want a decent budget controller to allow you to hook it up to a battery, this one is great and it's $18: https://amzn.to/3P0oQzh
Or, if you want a better MPPT controller, this one is under $70 and has bluetooth connectivity and a phone app: https://amzn.to/3TdyZuK
Here's that Allpowers power bank and it comes with a 200 watt flexible panel (I'm going to mount mine to the top of my RTT for about $500 total including the power bank and the solar panel): https://amzn.to/49Tkfqi
_________________________________________________________________________
I'm also trying something new with YouTube memberships. It's a simple way to support the channel if you'd like and you get early access to all the videos plus some other fun perks. If you're interested, click on the "Join" button below to see how it works!
A huge thanks to my featured partners:
Going to MOORE Expo this year? Click here and use code ALLTHINGSO10 for 10% off your tickets: https://bit.ly/423cH1u
Kenda Tires (my favorite tires for the last 10 years): http://bit.ly/3YSwrlh
REDARC (all kinds of trick power management solutions): https://bit.ly/3x4KiaA
Northology Adventures (sign up for their FREE monthly magazine and check out their events!): https://bit.ly/3jvJG7J
Click here to join the Patreon community (and hop in the 24/7 Discord!): https://www.patreon.com/allthingsoverlanding
Click here to get patches or stickers: https://allthingsoverlanding.com/shop/
For a full list of my gear, check out this page for quick reference links: https://allthingsoverlanding.com/gear/
Looking for budget light bars, rock lights, and LED strips for your rig? Check out Nilight and use code ATO for 5% off! https://bit.ly/38xBkMf
For more great content and info, you can follow me on Facebook, Instagram, or search for All Things Overlanding on all the major podcast channels!
Facebook: https://bit.ly/3iqctcv
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3jnwO3s
TikTok: https://bit.ly/3bUGxQa
Podcast: https://bit.ly/2EVbbse
Newbie Overlanding Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/367203658420467
- published: 03 Mar 2024
- views: 356
7:54
How solar energy got so cheap, and why it's not everywhere (yet)
A lot speaks for solar energy. It's clean, renewable – and now even cheaper than energy from fossil fuels like coal or natural gas. Sounds pretty great, right? ...
A lot speaks for solar energy. It's clean, renewable – and now even cheaper than energy from fossil fuels like coal or natural gas. Sounds pretty great, right? But it only makes up a tiny bit of global electricity production. Why don't we use a lot more of it yet?
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Cost of solar:
https://www.irena.org/-/media/Files/IRENA/Agency/Publication/2020/Jun/IRENA_Power_Generation_Costs_2019.pdf
https://ourworldindata.org/grapher/solar-pv-prices?tab=chart&stackMode=absolute&time=1977..latest®ion=World
Solar and wind in global electricity production:
https://yearbook.enerdata.net/renewables/wind-solar-share-electricity-production.html
The duck curve:
https://www.caiso.com/Documents/FlexibleResourcesHelpRenewables_FastFacts.pdf
https://www.energy.gov/eere/articles/confronting-duck-curve-how-address-over-generation-solar-energy
Growth of solar energy:
https://www.iea.org/reports/renewables-2020
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Author: Malte Rohwer-Kahlmann
Video Editor: Cem Springer
Supervising Editor: Kiyo Dörrer
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A lot speaks for solar energy. It's clean, renewable – and now even cheaper than energy from fossil fuels like coal or natural gas. Sounds pretty great, right? But it only makes up a tiny bit of global electricity production. Why don't we use a lot more of it yet?
We're destroying our environment at an alarming rate. But it doesn't need to be this way. Our new channel Planet A explores the shift towards an eco-friendly world — and challenges our ideas about what dealing with climate change means. We look at the big and the small: What we can do and how the system needs to change. Every Friday we'll take a truly global look at how to get us out of this mess.
#PlanetA #SolarEnergy #RenewableEnergy
READ MORE:
Cost of solar:
https://www.irena.org/-/media/Files/IRENA/Agency/Publication/2020/Jun/IRENA_Power_Generation_Costs_2019.pdf
https://ourworldindata.org/grapher/solar-pv-prices?tab=chart&stackMode=absolute&time=1977..latest®ion=World
Solar and wind in global electricity production:
https://yearbook.enerdata.net/renewables/wind-solar-share-electricity-production.html
The duck curve:
https://www.caiso.com/Documents/FlexibleResourcesHelpRenewables_FastFacts.pdf
https://www.energy.gov/eere/articles/confronting-duck-curve-how-address-over-generation-solar-energy
Growth of solar energy:
https://www.iea.org/reports/renewables-2020
► Check out our channel trailer: https://youtu.be/T8EiTHe6eXg
► Want to see more? Make sure to subscribe to Planet A!
Author: Malte Rohwer-Kahlmann
Video Editor: Cem Springer
Supervising Editor: Kiyo Dörrer
- published: 15 Jan 2021
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