I know what I’m attempting is not currently practical in monetary terms, as I live 45N in a large metropolitan area with relatively cheap electric and gas rates. It is becoming a hobby, maybe an expensive one, but a lot of guys are into that. Boating, flying, golf, etc. I like exploring new endeavors, being challenged and tinkering.
Psychologically , I like the idea of being independent of a monopolist utility company if I must. Still planning on remaining tied, but hopefully only gas will be needed in winter for heating, partially supplemented with solar electricity.
And I am not confident electric rates will remain low, so solar to me is also a hedge. If gasoline prices stay high or even goes higher, I may drive an EV someday. Charging it mostly with my solar production.