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Wednesday, June 10, 2026
The OGLS Newsletter
Coffee's hot, the grid's optional. Here's today's off-grid roundup.
SunForge 12kW Off-Grid Kit (Sponsored)
Power your entire homestead off the grid with the SunForge 12kW system. High-efficiency panels, a 20kWh LiFePO4 battery bank, and a hybrid inverter keep the lights on through any outage. Pre-wired, expandable, and backed by a 12-year warranty. This week only: 30 percent off the complete kit plus free shipping.Solar
Bluebird Solar launches 630W TOPCon bifacial module (7 minute read)
Indian PV manufacturer Bluebird Solar has launched a new range of G12R n-type TOPCon bifacial PV modules targeting utility-scale, commercial and industrial (C&I), and rooftop solar applications. The new module series offers power outputs of up to 630 W and module efficiencies of up to 23.32%. The modules are based on n-type TOPCon cell technology and G12R rectangular wafers, enabling integration of a higher number of cells within a compact design to increase power density and optimize space utilAustralian farmers call for on-farm electricification and clean tech support (8 minute read)
The Farmers for Climate Action (FCA) advocacy organisation, with almost 9,000 active members and a support network of approximately 80,000, has released a new report titled Energy Sovereignty for Regional Australia calling it a roadmap for improving energy security for the agricultural sector by switching to locally produced, lower cost energy, and sustainable biofuels. Current fuel price hikes and fuel supply insecurity are driving the call for accelerating electrification of farm equipment and processes, which the report says is one of the biggest opportunities in a generation for farmers toCalifornia doubles down on ‘unworkable’ community solar program (8 minute read)
The CPUC voted to advance a community solar program that solar industry members are calling “unworkable.” The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) says “virtually ensures” that no new community solar projects will be developed in the state under current structure. Rather than creating a viable path for new, independent projects, the commission chose to implement portions of its community solar program using an existing, utility-controlled pricing structure. According to solar industry advocates and the advocacy group Californians for Local, Affordable Solar and Storage (CLASS), the regulWhat is a 125cc electric motorcycle and why are they so important right now? (6 minute read)
When many riders hear about a new electric motorcycle, they tend to compare it to the flagship machines that dominate the headlines. Bikes like those from Zero or LiveWire have shown that electric motorcycles can be fast, powerful, and technologically impressive. They’ve also shown that they can be expensive. But a much more interesting battle may be happening lower down the power scale.EV-Friendly RVs With Big Trailer Features? It’s No Longer Impossible. (6 minute read)
If you have ever tried towing a standard travel trailer with an electric vehicle, you know the pain. You watch your range drop by half or more and find yourself stopping to charge way more often than you would with just the EV. Finding a camper that can actually handle ... [continued] The post EV-Friendly RVs With Big Trailer Features? It’s No Longer Impossible. appeared first on CleanTechnica.RainKeeper Gravity Filter (Sponsored)
Clean, safe drinking water anywhere with no power, no plumbing, and no chemicals. The RainKeeper gravity filter removes 99.999 percent of bacteria, parasites, and microplastics from rain, creek, or well water at up to 12 gallons a day. Built for homesteads, cabins, and bug-out kits.Survival & Prepping
11 Things to “Panic Buy” Before They Disappear (9 minute read)
There’s a difference between panic buying and smart buying. Panic buying is what happens in the first 48 hours of a crisis – empty shelves, fistfights over toilet paper, people loading carts with things they’ll never use. Smart buying is what you do right now, before the news cycle triggers the herd. The items on this list aren’t random. They’re things that have historically vanished from store shelves fast, that are difficult or impossible to substitute once they’re gone, and that have real, practical value whether you’re riding out a short disruption or something that lasts months. If even aRV & Overland
Sagging, loose cables are a silent threat to your RV’s slide-outs (5 minute read)
By Andrew Herrick Sagging cables are a harbinger of bad things to come. If you roll the dice on your cable-driven RV slide-out, you might get lucky, or you might hear a BOOM!… and now your slide-out won’t move. A quick handshake with BAL® Accu-Slide™ cable-driven slide-outs Cable-driven slide-out systems are a popular choice for […]RV inspector recommends the best older motorhome brands (5 minute read)
By Cheri Sicard High-quality vintage motorhomes aren’t just full of memories—they’re built tough and made to last for years. From solid frames to clever layouts, choosing the right one is about striking a balance between endurance and comfort. With guidance from years of RV inspections and living on the road, certified RV inspector Deb of […]What size bed do you have in your RV? (5 minute read)
The topic of RV beds or mattresses is always a hot topic among RVers. In one RV Service Centers and Repairs report, one reader claimed they thought their RV mattress had been made at a granite quarry—that’s how uncomfortable it was. While comfort is one thing, size is another major factor when it comes to […]Cool Tools: Use the DeWalt Impact Wrench for daily RV tasks (5 minute read)
By Dustin Simpson Join me as I share what we like to call “Cool RV Tools.” These are tools and gadgets that we actually use in the RV industry! We also believe they will be helpful to you when you need to make repairs while out on the road. Previously, I showed you the DeWalt […]DIY & Builds
