Cob: Solar Power (fwd)

[Shannon C. Dealy]

I assume this was meant for the list -- Shannon.

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To: dealy at deatech.com
Subject: Re: Cob: Solar Power
From: Robert B Krueger <rob_cheryl at juno.com>

Yes
We are one of those folks with a solar power system under 1,000.  We
bought 2 120 watt solar panels and some used 12 volt batteries, as well
as a inverter (which we dont even use) for under 400.  We use 1 amp dome
lights from cars, which you can pick up at any auto parts store and we
wired it up our selves.  Lighting is no problem when using several dome
lights.  We use to use candles and kerosene but these have nasty
discharges which affect my partner's asthma.  We use a wood stove for
heat and we live in a yurt and are planning a cob house next year. 

If you keep your needs simple, you can get by without spending more than
4-500 dollars.

Rob Krueger