As pointed out by rg and others, there exist grant and support programs for such efforts.
Might be good to contact wratterman@SunEnergyPower.com as his group has been doing small projects in remote areas for a few years, at least.
How about mentioning Chris Cook's work to Lange? These kinds of credits may have a good fit with his program. paul spencer
By the way, the contact information was included as a link in the diary. I try to be diligent about those things. Solar IS Civil Defense
I like your blog, too. paul spencer