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How To Build A Portable Solar Power System

How To Build A Portable Solar Power System

If you’re really into prepping, no doubt you have batteries and a generator. Both are great, but what will you do if your batteries and fuel for the generator run out?

Portable Solar Power How-to

Fortunately, there’s a power source that will never run out (or at least not for a few billion years). Not only can solar power help you save on your electric bill now, but it’s a great resource to have when the power is out longer than your batteries and generator fuel lasts.

Check out this video to learn how to build a portable solar power system.

Want to know more? Check out these related articles:

DIY Solar Power – Part 1

DIY Solar Power – Part 2

Solar Power: Energy Alternative

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