Jackie Lei

Yes, LiFePO₄ batteries really are a big step up. I’m also planning to upgrade, I’m looking at a 16 kWh LiFePO₄ battery for my home loads. The price is surprisingly low, just a little over $1,200. A friend recommended this battery manufacturer to me since I’m not very familiar with LiFePO₄ products myself.

This is the battery I’m considering. 16KWHCould you help me take a look and let me know if the lifespan can really reach 10 years?

Thanks for sharing this, Ryan! I completely agree with you on the drying issue it’s something many people underestimate when planning off-grid life. Washing clothes is manageable, but having a reliable way to dry them, especially in winter or rainy seasons, is a real challenge.

I’ve been experimenting with off-grid living myself in a rural area in China. I built a solar setup with a couple of 16kWh energy storage systems, which gives me freedom with electricity and makes running small appliances, lights, and even heating easier. With that in place, I can focus on other aspects like building a fish pond and planting around it, instead of constantly worrying about power availability.

I also agree about the roof panels for small setups, ground mounting is much more practical for maintenance and efficiency. It’s interesting how these details make a huge difference in day-to-day off-grid life

Hi Thalia, I’m from China, and I think maybe we might not be the best match. I’ve never been abroad, and I actually feel a bit uneasy about living in a completely unfamiliar country.

But just like you, I also long for a simple and natural life and I’m already working on it. I’m currently back in my rural hometown, where I built my own solar power system with two 16kWh energy storage units. It gives me complete freedom when it comes to electricity.

My next plan is to dig a large fish pond in front of my house and raise some grass carp. I’ll plant grass around the pond so the fish can feed naturally. Once the pond is ready and everything is settled, I’ll start thinking about finding my partner.