This discussion is centered around the cost effectiveness of solar panels and lithium batteries, mounting of your panels, and many other FAQ's listed below: Are solar panels cost effective? How have prices for solar decreased since we first installed them? Are Lithium batteries cost effective? What wire gauge should you use for a solar charge controller? Pro’s and Cons for a solar arch? Can we run our dive compressor and water maker off solar and an inverter? How much more power do we use on Delos than a “normal” cruising boat? Is a Hybrid Electric drive a real option for a Bluewater cruising boat? What would it take to get rid of a diesel generator? How big is our fridge and freezer compared to a house? How much does our entire arch and solar panel setup weigh?