Reliable Off-Grid Power in Kangaroo Valley
Reliable off-grid power is one of the most important aspects of survival for living in rural Australia. Recently we installed a 17 kW solar system with 40 kWh of…
What is a ground-mounted solar system and when does it make sense?
What is a ground-mounted solar system and when does it make sense?
A ground-mounted system sits on a frame on your property rather than on your roof.
Because you aren’t working around an existing roof, it can be positioned for optimal north-facing output at the right tilt angle, and it typically produces 10 to 25 percent more energy than an equivalent roof-mounted system. It suits rural properties, or homes where the roof isn’t suitable because of orientation, shading or structural issues.
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