Sproat Lake, Vancouver Island, BC

Power Through Education.        Energy Solutions Designed Around You.

IOTG Solar helps homeowners, businesses, and off-grid communities understand, design, and implement reliable solar, battery storage, and energy solutions.

SOLAR INSTALLATIONS

We design and install Solar Power Systems in any location –  including those where the utility grid isn’t available – bringing clean quiet power to devices, outbuildings, cabins, workshops & homes.

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MARINE SOLAR

We sell, install, and service solar energy systems that are specifically designed to meet the unique challenges of the marine environment.

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ENERGY STORAGE

Count on us for state of the art energy storage solutions. Our services include battery bank design, enclosures & racking, battery replacement, repair,  charging and maintenance of batteries and battery banks of all kinds. 

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MOBILE POWER

We design and install mobile power systems for fleet trucks, construction vehicles, catering trucks, event vehicles, boats, RVs, Campers, kits and emergency vehicles.

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Keeping You Powered.

At IOTG Solar, we believe the best energy solutions start with understanding.

Every home, cabin, boat, RV, and business has unique energy needs. We combine years of hands-on experience with solar technology, battery storage, and smart energy systems to help you make informed decisions about your energy future.

From off-grid living and energy independence to modern solar and storage solutions, we provide the knowledge, design expertise, and guidance needed to create a system that fits your goals.

Explore our educational resources, learn from our experience, or book an Energy Strategy Session to discuss your project.

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Solar panels bringing power to off grid home on Vancouver Island

Client Testimonials

Don’t take our word for it – here’s what our clients say:

…We wanted to completely upgrade our entire system to be less dependent on a generator. The design process took several months and Pete was more than willing to spend the time during this process to ensure that all of our questions were answered. We had our system installed 3 weeks ago and we have yet to turn on our generator.  Previously, we would have run the generator 3-5-hours per day. 

Rob Earle

It was a great experience hiring Pete. Prompt and professional  service from someone who is genuinely knowledgeable in solar technologies. I would recommend Pete to anyone interested in solar power.

Meg

Pete researched our system and the generator and ‘voila’ was able to order and install a relay which accomplishes what we were seeking. We are very happy with the interest Pete took in this little project. He is personable, knowledgeable an very easy to deal with.

Mike Irwin

Pete was great to work with and provided us with great advice for the replacement of our solar system.
He put a lot of thought into installing the system in our existing home with as little disturbance to the drywall and existing structure as possible, which was greatly appreciated.

Jodi Williams

Pete works diligently and efficiently. He is knowledgeable and does his research. My solar is an off grid application backed up with a generator which I am very reliant on. I highly recommend IOTG and will use them again if needed.

Marlene S.

I was impressed with the solar system Pete connected for me. He’d previously installed some off-grid security lighting for us and his dedication to getting the job done right was why we hired him again. He’s reliable and informative and we knew we could count on him to do quality work each time.

Mac Sinclair
CASE STUDY

Off Grid Lakehouse

Challenge: Bringing power to a brand new off grid lakehouse. The Finished solar system powers lighting, septic pump, well pump and furnace fan as part of a whole off grid power solution that includes propane and a generator for backup.

PANELS

Installed two solar arrays that collect maximum solar energy using six 400W pannels in a limited space.

AUTOMATIC GENERATOR STARTUP

Included an Automatic Generator Start (AGS) to seamlessly support solar power when batteries get low.

VENTED BATTERY BOX

Installed a custom-built battery enclosure that vents to the outside.The battery bank uses 16  6-Volt batteries connected to create a 48V DC supply.

RAPID SHUTDOWN

System design includes rapid shutdown disconnects with RSD switch for safety, as per the new CEC standards.

CONTROLLER

Installed a controller that grabs the DC power from the solar arrays and converts it to 48V DC, supplying energy to the battery bank and the inverter.

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INVERTER CHARGER

Installed a Inverter Charger to convert the DC power received from the controller into household power

 Latest Articles

Explore our solar and energy projects, where real-world experience meets innovative design.

From off-grid cabins and remote properties to marine, mobile, and residential energy systems, each project highlights the challenges, decisions, and solutions behind creating reliable power.

See how thoughtful design and the right technology can transform the way people produce and use energy.

Shop Power

ChallengeThe owner of a 3,000+ square foot workshop needed reliable off-grid power to run lighting, essential tools, and ventilation fans used to circulate heat from large propane heaters during the[…]

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A Simple Off-Grid Solar Quiz:

One LED Light, Three Battery Voltages Introduction As we head into a new year, I want to start with something simple, but powerful. When people think about off-grid solar systems,[…]

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Short-Term System, Long-Term Thinking

Making Smart Choices in a Transitional System Introduction We get called out to some interesting solar setups from time to time, and this one definitely qualifies as a “tricky solar[…]

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Let’s Talk About Your Energy Goals

Every energy project starts with understanding your needs. Whether you are considering solar, battery storage, a grid-tie / off-grid system, or upgrading an existing setup, we begin by learning about your goals and challenges.

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