Conversation Starters
Light & Casual Starters
For neighbors, farmers markets, backyard chats
“Hey, do you guys have a backup plan if the power goes out?”
“You ever notice how the power blinks more during storms now? You’re not imagining it.”
“Have you ever looked into solar? I used to think it was a pain, but there’s a new way of doing it without the scary upfront cost.”
“Random question: what do you wish still worked during a blackout?”
“You know how your utility bill keeps creeping up? Have you seen what some folks are doing about that?”
Future-Facing Curiosity
For people who think ahead, value control, or love smart tech
“Would you ever want your house to run itself, like charge its own battery and manage your power automatically?”
“What would it mean to you if your home could actually earn you money?”
“If energy prices keep rising, what’s your plan?”
“Imagine your house had a built-in power backup that kicked in automatically. Would that give you peace of mind?”
“If someone offered you a way to cut your power bill and add blackout protection, without a big purchase, would that be appealing to you?”
Security & Protection Framing
For families, resilience-minded folks
“Quick question: if the grid failed tonight, would your fridge and Wi-Fi make it?”
“Does your neighborhood lose power much? How often do your lights blink during storms?”
“What’s your backup plan for a power outage? Generator, battery, candles?”
“We’re seeing more outages every year. Most people just hope for the best. But there’s a better way now.”
Money-Savvy & Value-Oriented
For cost-conscious folks or skeptics
“Do you mind me asking what your average energy bill is?”
“Would a lower, locked-in electric bill interest you?”
“You know, it actually costs less now to subscribe to solar and battery than to pay the utility.”
“Would you pay for a subscription if it made your house smarter, cheaper to run, and blackout-proof?”
“Most people think solar is expensive. It’s not anymore. Want the real numbers?”
Playful & Disarming
For breaking the ice or getting a smile
“This might sound random, but if your house had a superpower, what would it be?”
“Do you ever use a battery pack to charge your phone? What if your home had the same thing?”
“Do you want your roof to just sit there, or actually do something useful?”
“What if your house worked for you while you were asleep?”
“Did you know you can track your home’s energy production & consumption like a FitBit?”
Mission-Driven & Empowering
For people who care about sustainability, community, or innovation
“We’re building a neighborhood energy network, house by house. Want to hear how?”
“Wouldn’t it be cool if every house on this block could support the grid instead of just draining it?”
“We’re moving toward a future where the grid is decentralized. Have you ever wondered if there was a better way to power your home?”
“Clean power used to be a luxury. Now it’s just smart planning. Want to hear how you can upgrade your home?”
“I work with a company that helps everyday homes become part of a bigger energy solution. It’s actually really simple. Want to hear how your house can help stabilize the grid for your whole town?”
Use Case Tip:
These don’t have to be used verbatim. Think of them as tone-setters. The best Sunnysiders will pick the right vibe for the moment (curious neighbor, savvy shopper, storm-prepper, sustainability nerd) and adapt accordingly.
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