I realized I should be straight about where I’m actually starting from, not pretend I’ve got it all figured out.

Here’s the honest state of things.

Energy

Current state: Regular grid-tied house, electric bill around $150/month. I’ve done some basic efficiency stuff (LEDs, sealing leaks) but nothing major.

Working toward: Solar setup that covers a meaningful chunk of my usage. Looking at both small starter systems and full installations. Haven’t pulled the trigger on anything yet.