Reply #1: We're currently running on solar alone and plan to put up a turbine [View All]

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when we can afford to put one together, for the less sunny, but typically more windy, days.

We've had to change the way we view power. We are conscience of it and as a result, we have developed a great appreciation for it. We are now running our fridge/freezer, computers (desktop and two laptops on occasion) lights, a small LED tv and things that require occasional power like the vacuum. We've moved away from things like electric coffee makers and use manual items wherever possible (Which really adds little or no time but sometimes adds more enjoyment ie. the kids love the homemade stove top popcorn and like twirling the handle on the whirley pop.)

i am always of the viewpoint that all change in a positive direction on the energy front is a good thing. Use less, replace as much as possibly with clean alternatives, work toward efficiency...these things will have an impact because none of us live in a bubble. We are one family, but it is becoming increasingly clear, that others DO take note and once seeing the possibilities begin to move themselves.


Nice OP, thanks :hi: