Although I’m a big fan of renewable energy, I’m not thrilled with the price tag. Take solar power, for example. The equipment and installation costs of a household photovoltaic system can run well into the five figures. Or higher. Yes, I know that there are rebates and tax credits, but you still have to front the money.
But my imperfect memory got me thinking about solar in a different way. I’m in the habit of turning my porch light on to give the front of this place some illumination. And sometimes I forget to turn it off in the morning. Which benefits the electric company.
So, I thought, why not let the Tucson’s abundant sunshine do the remembering for me? Enter the solar-powered exterior light, which is perched on the edge of the carport. Cost: $250.99 including shipping from Solar Illuminations.
This light’s on duty from dusk to dawn…
The unpainted spot is where my flagpole bracket used to be. I wanted that bracket lower to the ground so that I can fly Old Glory without having to scale a ladder.
Since my exterior lighting’s going off the grid, it’s time to lose that old porch light. Electrician Bryan Olson of O’Bryan Electric handles the removal…
Since the flagpole bracket’s more accessible, it’s time to celebrate Energy Indepence Day…
Note: The gray cap is where the porch light used to be.
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