Jan’s story highlights her transition to a more independent and reliable energy setup on her rural property in Kin Kin, Queensland. Frustrated by rising electricity costs and inconsistent grid supply, she installed a large off-grid solar and battery system to power her home, workshop, and stables. The system provides significant energy storage, allowing solar power generated during the day to be used at night. Since the switch, Jan has gained greater control over her energy use, reduced costs, and improved resilience during outages, while still keeping the grid as a backup for extreme conditions.