are you thinking of getting a generator?

[resonator]

I figure the big freeze was a fluke, then I read we are entering the first years of a long solar decline with much cooler winters expected. For many years.

[arleigh]

There are new batteries being developed I can't afford but if you have a mind to Look into lithium-ion and such
Personally, I don't like kits,
Something premade locks one into their specific product. I like the flexibility of making my own decisions as things age and change.
My particular preference for my economic status is 6 volt deep cycle golf cart batteries. They may not be the best but they seem to be just behind what is.
But a battery system can be charged off the grid or via wind-mill or solar or a generator. or all 4.
The thing is the generator does not have to run 24 /7 if you have sufficient battery to take you through the night, especially if you use LED 12 volt DC lighting.
A lot of people rent and do not own a home and for this contingency, I built myself a shop trailer that has all that gear.

[mojo101]

Originally Posted by resonator

I figure the big freeze was a fluke, then I read we are entering the first years of a long solar decline with much cooler winters expected. For many years.

bUT IT does not mean TX will get the Arctic Blast.
WHAT ABOUT SUMMER?

[resonator]

Well, the solar dim should reduce the summer electric load, no ?

[mojo101]

I am used to heat ,in fact I like it !It is cold I cant stand,but surprising during the February winter storm,all I need is a heavy wool sweater and a pair of long cotton pants with blankets covering me while I play couch potato,there is no heat in the house.
But I made sure all the windows and doors are well insulated,by using USPS priority envelope !!!!!!!!!to stop the cold air from coming in,try it

[mojo101]

Originally Posted by resonator

Well, the solar dim should reduce the summer electric load, no ?

I dont know but the weather seems to be changing,Spring is here,I dont need alarm clock,every year the mocking bird returns from god knows where and dwell on my backyard bush as tall as a tree and start making noises at 7 am.
And the Mexican Jay birds will try to build a nest above my front door.