[RE-wrenches] Off Grid Refrigeration

[Starlight Solar Power Systems]

Hey Drake,

Because of the very low cost of producing power by PV solar, I always recommend a standard, high efficiency refrigerator. It doesn’t makes sense to by speciality refrigerators that cost 2-4 times times the price of ‘off the shelf” brands. Many brands have models that use about 1 kWh per day. That means you can make the power it takes to operate it for under $500.  

Look here at kWh/Year: https://www.energystar.gov/most-efficient/me-certified-refrigerators 

Larry



On Jun 27, 2017, at 7:25 AM, Drake <drake.chamberlin at redwoodalliance.org> wrote:

Hello Wrenches,

What is your preferred refrigerator for off  grid installations? We are looking for a medium sized, commercially available unit that won't break the bank. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Thank you,

Drake 


 <>Drake Chamberlin
Athens Electric LLC
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