Category Archives: Off Grid Electrical

What’s That Burning Smell?

Posted on February 16, 2026 by Ron & Johanna Melchiore

As many of you know, we’ve been off grid for roughly 46 years now. Seems like yesterday that we were jumping up and down when we put 2 amps of solar charging back into our car battery which was our … Continue reading →

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The Modular Backyard Power Plant

Posted on October 30, 2023 by Ron & Johanna Melchiore

Our new book The Modular Backyard Power Plant has launched. It is a combined book and video geared specifically for people on the grid worried about losing power for days, weeks or longer term. This system will bridge the gap … Continue reading →

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Wiring Our ICF Off-Grid Home

Posted on August 17, 2018 by Ron & Johanna Melchiore

The first thing I have to say is please don’t attempt to do any wiring of any kind unless you understand electricity and the proper way to install electrical boxes and circuits. I don’t want to hear about any shiny … Continue reading →

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Our Off-Grid Refrigeration and Battery Choices

Posted on May 29, 2017 by Ron & Johanna Melchiore

I have a more comprehensive update post coming in the next few days regarding how things are progressing on the new homestead but for now I wanted to pass on some preliminary info that others might find of use. As … Continue reading →

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