02/09/2010
Jim Riddick
This was an unusual situation in that I was able to combine a natural gas well w/ a PV array and build a system more than 2 miles from the grid.<br />I started by myself out of necessity. Later, Matt was able to improve and complete the system so the installation is professional, up to code, and modular - ready for expansion.<br />Compliance with code was not officially necessary in this situation, however I Matt and I both required that construction meet or exceed applicable building codes.<br />I was able to rehabilitate an old gas well and get the cost benefit of free natural gas for everything possible from refrigerator to generator. I am now able to grow the PV capabilities and will have an off-grid home with all the modern amenities and no utility expense. By the way, Kentucky power, AEP, and the Kentucky Utility Commission were terrible. I resent any tax money and credits that support these organizations and will do everything I can to apply political pressure in order to make the aforementioned groups more consumer friendly.