We are passionate about solar, because we know it works. Purchasing raw land, and being quoted $50,000 to run power (back in 2002) we decided to go solar. Proudly, our first 15watt panel is still producing and running DC lights. The cabin and barn are completely off grid using solar/battery power with generator backup. We met Gene and Deb at the local fly shop, before they owned a solar company. Our first "big" panel @175watts and Outback products were purchased from them when we discovered their enterprise in the solar world.
Solar photovoltaic systems work very well in Wyoming because we have few overcast days and an annualized average sun day of 6 hours every day. Our temperatures are also cooler than others so our solar panels work more efficiently, producing more energy while the sun shines. This mostly overlooked fact is so important that solar panel manufacturers publish these temperature coefficients on their brochures. We prefer to install solar panels on ground mounts instead of roof mounts, wherever possible because the solar panels run considerably cooler.
SunDanzer DC high efficiency refrigerators and freezers have exceptionally low energy consumption, requiring smaller, less expensive power systems and low operating expense. High quality construction provides excellent reliability and long life. Super-insulated cabinets feature 11cm of polyurethane insulation with powder-coated galvanized steel exterior and aluminum interior. A zero-maintenance, brushless, thermostatically controlled DC compressor operates on 12 or 24 VDC. A patented low-frost system reduces frost and moisture build up for low maintenance.