Agricultural solar
Installing solar on your farm helps you save money on business running costs. Many farmers view agricultural solar installation as a form of diversification. Agricultural premises usually offer large roof areas that suit solar installation perfectly. You can install solar panels as part of a new barn build, retrofit them to an existing structure, or add them during a re-roof. Our designers create systems that maximize space while preserving natural light from skylights.
Where land is abundant, instead of roof mounting, you can choose ground-mounted solar installation. A key benefit to ground mount solar is that panels can be positioned facing directly south. Installers use either concrete ballast or pile-driven screws to secure the panels. In many cases, you can still graze livestock under the panels, achieving dual use of the land. In instances where this isn’t possible, wild flower meadows can be planted to encourage wildlife.
On dairy farms, peak energy demand often occurs early and late in the day. Solar panels may not generate maximum capacity during those times. Battery storage helps you manage these power spikes. By storing excess power, the battery supplies energy during peak demand so you avoid drawing additional power from the grid.
Contact us today for a free, no-obligation assessment to learn how agricultural solar installation can benefit your business.
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