Farm Solar Power Systems
Your family farm could significantly benefit from solar power. With a solar power system on your property installed by Tick Tock Energy, you can generate your own electricity and reduce electricity bills. See if solar is right for you by contacting us today!
Discover the Benefits of Solar Power for Your Family Farm
If you live on a farmstead property, you can take advantage of solar power to reduce your electric bill, reduce dependancy on your local utility, capture lucrative solar incentives, and increase the value of your operation. Tick Tock Energy has years of experience working with rural electric coops and we understand the unique challenges of powering family farms. Our strong working relationships with rural electric coops allows you to access a wealth of benefits, including:
Electrical Bill Savings
By adopting solar power, family farms can significantly reduce monthly electricity bills. With solar panels generating free, renewable energy from the sun, you can cut your reliance on the grid, leading to long-term savings that can be reinvested into farm operations, equipment, or other needs.
Federal Tax Credits
Family farms can take advantage of federal tax credits that offset a portion of their solar installation costs. The Investment Tax Credit (ITC) allows you to claim a percentage of the total system cost as an offset to tax liability. The portion of solar investment dedicated to farm (business use) may also qualify for accelerated or bonus depreciation.
Solar Incentives
Local state solar incentives such as solar renewable energy credits (SREC) may exist. In Illinois, the SREC incentive can recoup 20% up to 40% of the initial investment. Ameren & Comed customers can qualify for the Smart Inverter Rebate (SIR) and the Distributed Generation (DG) rebate if battery energy storage is included.
USDA REAP Grants
The USDA offers the REAP grant providing a 25% grant for eligible solar expenses. For small family farms with a shared residential home on the property must document that the farm consumes 50% or more of the site electricity. We provide grant-writing services and provide the energy analysis to help confirm your site qualifies to apply.
Higher Farm Profit & Asset Value
Installing solar power can make it easy to boost profit and increase the overall value of your family farm. A solar power generating asset lowers your farms operating costs and raises property values (without necessarily increasing property tax). If you’re considering your family farm’s legacy, investing in a long-lasting solar system is a great asset to pass onto the next generation.
Solar Power Options for Family Farms
There are many creative ways to make your farm solar installation a reality. Explore our popular installation options and see how you can make your sustainability and utility goals a reality.
Roof-Mounted Solar Panels
Farm buildings such as pole barns are typically wide-open metal roof space that provide great place to mount your solar panel system. With many mounting and placement options available, Tick Tock can help you determine if roof-mounted panels are right for you.
Ground-Mounted Solar Panels
Farm properties often have under-utilized ground space being mowed which is a perfect spot for a ground-mounted solar panel system. With easier access, long-term maintenance is simpler and can better take advantage of the power-boosting effect of bifacial solar panels which can absorb reflected solar radiation on the back side of the panel.
2-Axis Solar Trackers
Tick Tock can also install dual-axis solar trackers which are pole-mounted and provide greater electricity yield compared to fixed mount, higher SREC incentive, and simplifies ground maintenance. Some farms use the area under the array to pasture sheep, horses, and free-range chickens.
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Tick Tock Energy is ready to help you reduce your farm’s electricity costs, capture lucrative solar incentives, boost farm profit and asset-value of your farm. To discuss your power needs with an expert, request a free quote today.
Tick Tock has helped many type of farm operations across Illinois reduce electricity costs, hedge against electricity rate inflation, and enhance the value of their agricultural property. with solar power systems. Explore our recent installations below.
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