Christopher JohnsonSolar in California Still Compelling Savings Given Soaring Electricity RatesLast year regulations slashed the solar finances by ~75%…meanwhile utilities jack up rates. Is solar still worth it in California? Let’s…Oct 2Oct 2
Christopher JohnsonCould a new EV charger break the local grid? Probably!EV charging is pushing distribution grid infrastructure beyond its limits faster than it is being upgraded.Apr 15Apr 15
Christopher JohnsonTop 10 Best Parts of Driving an EVAfter a couple years, no desire to go back to a gas car. What makes EVs so great? Here’s my top 10 reasons!Mar 9, 20231Mar 9, 20231
Christopher JohnsonCalifornians — Get Solar NOW (If You Can)Do you live in California and own your home? If yes, you need to get solar. Do it before you get screwed by new regulations (April 14).Mar 1, 2023Mar 1, 2023
Christopher JohnsonOur Obsession With Big Cars (Trucks) Is a ProblemSUV and truck sales dominate vehicle markets, but even if they are electric, there are huge issues for personal, planetary and safety…Feb 18, 2023Feb 18, 2023
Christopher JohnsonThe electric vehicle industry learning curve (and my EV battery recall)Inside a battery recall and the crowded public charging landscapeOct 21, 2022Oct 21, 2022
Christopher JohnsonRoad-trip Cost and Experience Comparison: ICE vs EV, 800+ milesThis week, my Bolt EV battery replacement finally happened, after about 9 months since it was announced as necessary. Getting the…Jul 11, 2022Jul 11, 2022
Christopher JohnsonAre EVs Really Cheaper 3–6X Cheaper if You Can’t Charge at Home?Surging gas prices make EVs more affordable, but most analysis of costs of driving an EV only account for charging at home.Mar 28, 2022Mar 28, 2022
Christopher JohnsonWhat Does DC Fast Charging an EV Cost? (v2) (EVGo, Electrify America, ChargePoint)Crunching a year of EV charging data to determine how much it costs to charge and which fast charging network is the best deal!Jan 27, 2022Jan 27, 2022
Christopher JohnsonIt’s my Clean Energy Microgrid-iversary!Reflections on the first year with a solar+storage residential microgrid and its interaction with the grid.Jan 20, 20221Jan 20, 20221
