11.4 kW (DC) AllEarth Solar Trackers for Hog Farm in Newton, IL

Location
Newton, IL
Installed
August 2015
Type
Dual-Axis Solar Trackers
Utility
Norris Electric
Total Size
11.4 kW (DC)
Solar Equipment
  • Forty (40) SolarWorld 285 Watt Solar Panels
  • Array Size: 720 sq. ft.
  • ABB Solar Inverter
  • AllSun Solar Tracker
Estimated Impact
  • Solar Output: 20,600 kWh/yr
  • Electricity Savings in Years 1-10: $27,800
  • ROI (Return on Investment): 13.9%

Details

This installation of two 5.7 kW (DC) AllEarth solar trackers for small farm is estimated to generate nearly 75% of the farm’s annual electricity requirements. Operated by two brothers, each who separately also have solar on their homes, believe in solar and have been repeat customers. Power on the prairie!