Caliente’s Solar + Tech Wrangler

Our desert/mountain environment is unforgiving. See how we ensure our Caliente clients’ off-grid solar solutions withstand the test of time.

See how we helped a client transition from old and under-performing lead-acid batteries to modern, high-endurance lithium iron phosphate chemistry without the high cost, complexity, and wastage.

Yes, we can almost always repair a piece of equipment. But should you? How we answer the “to repair or to replace” question by evaluating the total cost of ownership (TCO).

You security camera system may turn into a security risk! From storage options and cybersecurity to network planning, here’s what you need to know. 

A phased approach to bring a defunct off-grid solar system back to life — saving $10k in equipment and setting it up for future expansion.

If your off-grid solar system struggles to meet your power needs even if you believe you should have enough capacity, or if you’re getting eye-watering SCE bills without much to show for it… this could be the culprit.

3 reasons why cheap lithium batteries cost you more in the long-run.

Learn the key factors affecting the actual cost of batteries. See a. head-to-head dollar per kWh per year comparison of lead-acid vs. LFP to see which one is a better deal. (There’s a clear winner!)

How we helped a client boost solar production to meet winter needs in just a week while setting the stage for her future plans.

To dimension an off-grid solar solution accurately, you must address your surge power requirements to get the power output you need without paying for the capacity you don’t use.

Understand what causes an off-grid solar inverter to beep. Learn how to address the alarm quickly and diagnose the issue to implement a long-term solution.

Learn what energy independence means, how to avoid common illusions of energy independence, and the critical fist step to start your journey to energy independence.

See how we use data from the solar charge controller (SCC) app and solar trajectory chart to help a client double his solar production by making simple data-based adjustments.

If your existing systems have these issues, don’t spend more on outdated measures because you’ll only multiply the inefficiencies. If someone tries to sell you a system with these telltale signs of being stuck in 1999, run the other way.

Follow this 8-point checklist to ensure your off-grid solar system is set up properly to minimize the risks of fire, electric shocks, thermal runaway, etc.

We helped this client design and implement a basic solar solution for his cabin that will grow with him as he builds his ranch.

We measure each client’s nighttime usage pattern and power requirements to calculate exactly how much battery capacity they need to maximize their investment. Here's how we do it.

In rural areas like Caliente, where land is abundant, it makes no sense to be constrained by your roof’s available space and orientation. Understanding azimuth and elevation will help you maximize yield for your consumption patterns.

Why do we use refurbished solar panels for our off-grid solar power systems? How’s their performance? Are they safe? Are they better than the new panels from Amazon? Here’s what you need to know.

10 reasons why portable power stations aren’t ideal for power backup during prolonged outages.