Martin & Sun Solar
What exactly is solar power? How many panels do I need for a family of four? How much money will I save? What is the difference between on-grid solar and off-grid solar? How much does it all cost? Is it worth it or is this a gimmick? Come and learn about the realities of solar power and dispel some of the myths perpetuated by advertisements riddled with misleading information. Find out if there is a solar system that is right for you. Shane will be available to answer your questions specific to your situation and curiosity.
Shane Martin is a Washington state native currently homesteading on the side of a mountain right here in Okanogan County. After a brief stint in the military, Shane earned his degree in industrial mechatronics and low level robotics, but instead of pursuing a career inside factories or millwrighting, he apprenticed under a master electrician who had been working with solar since the 1960s. His work has taken him the full length of Mexico to Alaska while designing, consulting and installing systems from custom RVs to full-scale dairy farms and everything in between. His unique view comes from the fact that he and his family live off-grid, so this is not a “sales and technician” vocation for him. Understanding the perks, problems and nuances of living off-grid with solar power comes from his personal experience–not a FAQ sheet from a company. It’s one of his favorite topics to discuss, as well as his goats, so he welcomes all your questions.