Solar Electric on the Farm

Solar electric systems are increasingly common on farms as a means of generating electricity locally and saving on electricity costs. The videos below give farmers an overview of issues to consider when exploring if solar is right on your farm. 

Detailed information about calculating economic feasibility of solar, visit the Solar Economic Analysis Page. 

Solar Electric and Center Pivot Irrigation 

Solar and Center Pivot Irrigation Article 2020 - Part 1 

Solar and Center Pivot Irrigation Article 2020 - Part 2

Solar on the Farm Video Series 

Part 1: Motivations for Solar on the Farm

Part 2: Location and Tilt 

Part 3: Sizing a System

Part 4: Economics