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Going off-grid? Learn more with our off grid resources specially for New Zealand - videos and blog posts that talk through your solar power FAQs, installation questions, and more about our off-grid solar power kits too.

Interested in self sufficient living blogs? Here are some helpful articles to read before you go off-grid full-time.

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One thing customers are never told when getting a quote for off-grid solar?

What they can do to lower the cost. We believe this is a massive disservice to a customer.

Why are Off-Grid Quotes so High?

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What Not to Run on Solar (and What to Use Instead)
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What Not to Run on Solar (and What to Use Instead)
If it’s your first time off-grid and you’re used to city power, there are a few changes you’ll have to make to adapt to solar power. If you’re already off-grid and are now making the switch to sola...
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Designing your Solar System
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5 Mistakes to Avoid When Designing your Solar System
If you're not well versed in solar, it can become complex and confusing pretty quickly, so it's easy get started down the wrong path without realising it. To help prevent any costly headaches, we w...
30 Common Solar Power Terms, and What They Mean
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30 Common Solar Power Terms, and What They Mean
We know learning about solar power energy and how it all works can be confusing, so we’ve put together a breakdown of the most common solar power jargon. If you still need some help figuring out yo...
What to Know BEFORE You Go Solar
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What to Know BEFORE You Go Solar
Switching to solar power means clean, renewable energy, and ending your reliance on the grid. It also means going through some big lifestyle changes, but it doesn’t have to be a complicated or stre...
Off-Grid Solar Basics for Going GridFree in NZ - 102
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Off-Grid Solar Basics for Going GridFree in NZ - 102
Thinking of going off the grid with solar energy? We’ve created this complete guide to help you! Off grid living means you have no connection to the electric utility’s distribution network. When y...
Why are Off-Grid Solar Quotes So High? (and Why They Don't Need to Be)
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Why are Off-Grid Solar Quotes So High? (and Why They Don't Need to Be)
Off-grid solar quotes are so high because they’re designed to work on even the lowest sunlight hour days. But they don’t need to be. A simple change in your habits to conserve energy for just a fe...

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