Re:Following 35% growth, solar has passed hydro on US grid
by jandrese on Wednesday February 25, 2026 @05:05PM
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Not being able to charge below freezing shouldn't be a problem if you keep the batteries indoors. Is there a reason why you wouldn't? Fire concerns? Or is it just a space issue?
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Re:Following 35% growth, solar has passed hydro on US grid
by _whiteCaps_ on Wednesday February 25, 2026 @05:55PM
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Yes, sorry, I was in a rush and didn't explain enough. For our usage, the cabin isn't occupied during the winter, and can drop below 0*C occasionally. The solar system is turned off though, so we don't worry about it.
If you're permanently there, it shouldn't be a concern. Sounds like modern BMS can disable charging at low temperatures so maybe not a worry for you at all if you're buying new batteries.