Electricity

The original installation was a single phase system with outdated, poorly installed wiring that couldn't meet modern safety standards or support future expansion. It limited our ability to add renewable energy and posed reliability risks, especially with plans to serve multiple apartments.

Our goal was to build a modular system prepared for three phase power, so each apartment could run independently and safely. The design also had to make it simple to add photovoltaic panels, batteries, and even experimental energy sources later on.

We removed all old wiring and rewired the apartments entirely according to current electrical codes. Each apartment now has its own fuse box and a power limiter, giving us control over load and consumption. The system is also ready for a three-phase connection, even if it isn't immediately available, so we won't need major reconstruction later.

This project creates the backbone for a truly sustainable energy infrastructure: the new wiring layout and modular design allow us to add photovoltaic solar panels, battery banks, and even small urban wind turbines without having to redo core systems. It also lets us switch power on or off per apartment, giving flexibility for maintenance and guest management.

Future plans include installing solar panels and home batteries, both for daily use and to keep water pumps running during grid outages. We also plan to prototype with small scale urban wind generators to complement solar power. Finally, we want to add power measuring and display panels in apartments and common areas to help guests and ourselves become more conscious of electricity use.