129.8 kW ground-mount solar for an agricultural operation in Blenheim, Ontario
Ground-mount solar offsetting over half of annual electricity consumption at an active agricultural operation.
A high daytime load against a roof asset approaching the end of its replacement cycle.
Modern agricultural operations rely on consistent, dependable electricity to support daily production, equipment operation, and facility management. While electricity use varies seasonally, reliability is essential — interruptions can directly impact productivity, operational planning, and cost control.
At R Brush Farms, the objective was to reduce long-term exposure to grid electricity costs while maintaining operational flexibility. Solar was evaluated not as a standalone sustainability measure, but as a practical component of the farm’s electricity strategy.
Size to the service. Mount without penetrations.
A ground-mounted solar PV system was engineered with sizing and layout determined to deliver reliable generation aligned with the farm’s annual electricity consumption profile. The design prioritised straightforward integration with existing electrical infrastructure and durability in an agricultural environment.
Rather than maximising system size, the focus was on delivering consistent, predictable generation that could meaningfully offset annual electricity use. The system reached commercial operation on February 16, 2025.
The numbers, then the consequence.
- 01141,833 kWh of solar electricity generated annually.
- 0251.6% of the farm's annual electricity consumption offset by solar.
- 03System commissioned February 16, 2025.
Equivalent to removing 2 passenger vehicles from Ontario roads annually.
For the facilities and engineering audience.
The system consists of 129.8 kW DC (236 Thornova Solar modules) paired with 90 kW AC via Fronius Symo inverters. TerraGen ground-mount racking was engineered for structural integrity and site conditions.
Ground-mount configuration was selected based on site availability and land access, providing a stable installation with straightforward serviceability.
Facility characteristics that shaped the design.
- Active agricultural operation with variable seasonal electricity demand
- Electrical loads driven by equipment operation, facility systems, and site infrastructure
- Open land suitable for efficient ground-mounted solar deployment
- Annual load profile enabling a material electricity offset without operational disruption
What was installed.
Evaluating rooftop solar for a commercial or industrial facility? Understanding how solar aligns with your consumption profile and long-term objectives is the first step.
- ·Roof structural and shading review
- ·Annual production model
- ·Net-Metering interconnection check
- ·Incentive & financing stack
- ·Two-scenario capital plan
