Author name: Mark Wright

Introduction The Sunshine Coast Hinterland offers a unique opportunity for energy independence. With its rolling hills, forested acreage and rural lifestyle, going off grid isn’t just a lifestyle choice — it’s often a practical one. Whether you’re building a new home in Maleny, running livestock in Kenilworth or upgrading your weekend retreat in Mapleton, the […]

If you’re more than 1 km from the grid or the cost of connection is high, off grid solar often just makes more sense, financially and practically. With a well-designed off grid system, you can Avoid costly grid connections, often over $30,000 Eliminate ongoing electricity bills Reduce your reliance on diesel generators Increase your property’s

Designing an off-grid solar power system isn’t about guesswork or averages. It’s about getting it right from day one. At Stand-Alone Power Systems, we help rural Queenslanders build off-grid systems that match their real energy needs. Your Daily Energy Consumption (kWh/day) Before anything else, we need to understand how much electricity your property uses each