There are 11 million ppl who live on Cuba.
Currently, Trump has decided they should not receive any oil
Their entire country's economy is being shut down because it can not produce sufficient electricity
No one is talking about this on this on the Internet, but you can if you copy this message xx
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https://www.dw.com/en/cuba-oil-fuel-embargo-economy-crisis-united-states-trump-venezuela/a-75849429
@Geri @jackpearse Yes!
Solar + wind + storage + energy efficiency
All these things are cheaper long term, and provide independence from fossil fuels.
The problem is the up-front costs make it difficult to pivot quickly. Easier to stay addicted to fossil fuel even though it costs more long term.
@MarkBrigham @Geri
Solar inverter: 600Euro.
4 Solar Panels: 1200Euro
The inverter is a hybrid. Can already mix in solar energy without any battery.
And in later stages a battery can be supplied for 10000 Euros(lithium). Or you can use 4 lead Truck batteries. Which can be purchased for about 1200 as well.
So: You can start wirh independence for 3000 Euros now, if you know how to connect it by yoursef. A heater is more expensive.
@jackpearse @Geri It will take resources; beyond the amount most families have I’m guessing.
Utility-scale is cheapest per watt, but that leaves individuals vulnerable to the grid. & in Cuba, Utility = Government. Americans can only support individuals under current laws.
Off-grid & grid-connected with backup is very expensive on a per watt basis, but offers self reliance.
Methinks big gains are needed in both grid & at household & small business level.
Totts
JackPearse
Mark