Exploring Solar Energy for Farmers and Rural Businesses

Exploring Solar Energy for Farmers and Rural Businesses

This blog post is Cedar Creek Energy's commentary on the AgWeek article, which you can read here. Solar energy has become an increasingly viable option for farmers and rural businesses, thanks to falling costs and supportive financial programs. Rick Tisdale, a senior...

Solar Energy FAQs for Minnesota Farmers

Solar Energy FAQs for Minnesota Farmers

As the agricultural landscape evolves, Minnesota farmers are increasingly turning to solar energy to power their operations. From financial savings to environmental sustainability, solar power offers a multitude of benefits for farms of all sizes. If you're...

The Environmental Benefits of Solar Energy for Farmers

The Environmental Benefits of Solar Energy for Farmers

Solar energy has emerged as a game-changer in the agricultural sector, offering numerous benefits beyond financial savings. As farmers increasingly embrace renewable energy solutions, it's essential to recognize the significant environmental advantages that solar...

What to Expect When Going Solar: What Minnesota Farmers Need to Know

What to Expect When Going Solar: What Minnesota Farmers Need to Know

As Minnesota's agricultural landscape evolves, more farmers recognize solar energy benefits in driving efficiency, cutting costs, and fostering sustainability. If you're contemplating the switch to solar power for your farm, it's crucial to grasp the logistics and...

Harnessing the Sun: The Advantages of Solar for Family Farms

Harnessing the Sun: The Advantages of Solar for Family Farms

In the heart of rural landscapes, family farms stand as symbols of resilience, hard work, and sustainability. As these farms navigate the modern challenges of agricultural production, an increasing number are turning to solar energy to power their operations. Solar...

Boosting Agribusiness and Farming Efficiency with Solar Energy

Boosting Agribusiness and Farming Efficiency with Solar Energy

In contemporary agriculture, where efficiency and sustainability are pivotal, the incorporation of solar energy has emerged as a transformative force for farmers and agribusinesses alike. Solar power presents a plethora of advantages, from curbing operational costs to...

Why Manufacturing and Distribution Companies Should Consider Solar

Why Manufacturing and Distribution Companies Should Consider Solar

Why Should You Consider Solar for Your Manufacturing and Distribution Companies? Ready to have your mind blown? According to EIA estimations, a 10,000 square-foot manufacturing facility consumes roughly the same electricity, per year, as 80 homes! Utility bills are...

Inflation Reduction Act 2022: Benefits for Businesses

Inflation Reduction Act 2022: Benefits for Businesses

Among many other climate-positive initiatives, the Inflation Reduction Act's (IRA) new Investment Tax Credit is game-changing for Minnesotan businesses who may be considering a solar power installation or a string of solar projects over the coming years. In the words...

Community Solar Garden FAQ

Community Solar Garden FAQ

Community Solar Gardens (CSGs) are sweeping Minnesota – if you don’t believe us, just check out this map created by Clean Energy Resource Teams (CERTs). Through Xcel Energy's Solar*Rewards Community program alone, US. Solar has over 100 Megawatts of Solar Gardens in...

Solar for Small-Scale Minnesota Farmers: Worth It?

Solar for Small-Scale Minnesota Farmers: Worth It?

Deciding to go solar requires a lot of thought, and farmers know it best: powering an agricultural business takes a lot of energy. However, at a time when our population growth and the progression of the agriculture industry are increasing demand for products, and...

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