Solar Panels for the Resistance

Solar panels have demonstrated their value during the Ukraine conflict. 

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/ukraine-found-an-unlikely-tool-to-resist-russia-solar-panels/ar-AA1brBf3

One of the good things about solar electric panels is that you don’t need a functioning grid for them to work. Sure, grid tied can make a lot of sense. Still, it’s extremely useful to also have battery backup. Battery technology has come a long way but even old fashioned lead acid batteries can do the job. When power plants are targeted it’s good to know solar is there to keep essential services working. 

Nuclear plants have proven to be a real liability during a conflict. It’s bad enough that a large power generator can be taken off-line. Worse, the environmental issues can be catastrophic. We’ve learned from Chenobyl how widespread the contamination can spread. 

On a personal level my own moderately sized system has served quite well over the years. It’s nice to have at least some power under my own control. 

-Sixbears