I have a modest set of solar panels on an entirely ordinary house in suburban London. On average they generate about 3,800kWh per year. We also use about 3,800kWh of electricity each year. Obviously, we can't use all the power produced over summer and we need to buy power in winter. So here's my question: How big a battery would we need in order to be completely self-sufficient? Background …
I lived without a fridge for several months before, it’s not that difficult. Half the things I keep in a fridge don’t really need it anyway, like chutney and jam would last a fairly long time without it. Eggs in the UK don’t need the fridge either. IIRC the US wash off the protective layer on them so they do have to go in the fridge there.
“I’ll go absolutely barebones on electricity usage. Just a router and my gaming console!”
I don’t think it’s a good idea to opt out of something like a fridge or lighting.
I lived without a fridge for several months before, it’s not that difficult. Half the things I keep in a fridge don’t really need it anyway, like chutney and jam would last a fairly long time without it. Eggs in the UK don’t need the fridge either. IIRC the US wash off the protective layer on them so they do have to go in the fridge there.
LEDs use very little energy.