Solar power is something that environmentalists and preppers agree on. After all, without the ability to generate power from solar and wind sources, it will be much more difficult for any semblance of society to survive if the SHTF.
At the same time, you can save money and conserve the earth’s natural resources by switching to solar power alternatives right now. With the right setup, you can even go completely off-the-grid.
While the cost of making this type of conversion may be too prohibitive for many of you, you can still take advantage of some inexpensive DIY tricks such as this method for turning old soda cans into a solar heater.
Read on for materials you’ll need for this simple project…
Materials Needed:
- 60 Soda Cans
- An Old TV Stand with Wheels (optional, but recommended)
- 1” by 4” Wood for the Frame
- ½” Thick Plywood for the Back Panel
- Rustoleum High Heat Black Spray Paint
- Fire Block Sealant
- Double-Sided Tape
- Screws
- 10 Watt Fan
- 10 Watt Solar Panel
- 2 ¼” Drill Bit
- Pocket Thermometer
- Quick Disconnect Wires
- Wire Holder
- Kitchen Scissors
- Aluminum Flashing
- Aluminum Tape
- ¼” Temperate Glass
Now let’s get started…