Bubies, Esq

In this solar and offgrid discourse, something I would like to add is that, energy comes at a cost. We need to have realistic conversations. Solar energy is the only available source of energy to the common man that is the cheapest (being affordable is a different conversation). What's the equivalent cost in petrol generator? Diesel? Grid ("the cost reflective band A"? What is the lifespan for your solar setup? When you spread that your solar setup installation, how much do you get energy cost wise? That's why as much as possible, I encourage people to get the best quality in their budget grade, and if the bulk money isn't available to do a fully optimal setup for their energy need, they can start something lean and scale up. Honestly the optimal direction for residential is a 48v setup. I started with a 24v setup and I had to sell it (sold at good price because I bought standard stuff), because the 48v was what was going to be better for me long term. So if you're starting and you want to do it long term, please start from there. You have better efficiency, more suites of products. There's also nothing bad in starting very small and doing gradual upgrades till you get to where you want to be. Again energy comes at a cost. Even with band A light, you self won't even power all these appliances you want to power with solar 24/7. There's no limitation to what solar energy can power, it's a budget or skill issue. Cut your coat according to your size, and always do your own research. If you want to do more peer learning about solar energy and other things, there's a community that exists on telegram. I have benefited immensely from the people there, and I urge you to benefit, and also contribute your experience to the community too. Link: t.me/+Qnu3EpWqJq05ODE0

Only one way to know this. - Energy audit to find out the energy need. - Then design a setup that can deliver that. - Then find the cost of such a setup That's the only way to estimate how much it'll take for you to go offgrid.