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Rural Alberta Solar Installation

Sturgeon County Solar: Powering Farms, Acreages, and Businesses

Sturgeon County, located north of Edmonton, offers excellent potential for solar energy. With its mix of agricultural land and residential acreages, solar installations can significantly reduce electricity costs for homes and businesses. Range Road Solar specializes in ground-mount systems tailored for rural properties in this region.

Why Solar Makes Sense in Sturgeon County

Sturgeon County\'s strong agricultural and residential solar market makes it ideal for ground-mount solar. Properties like farms, acreages, shops, and barns can benefit from reliable solar power. FortisAlberta is the utility provider, offering net metering to help you save on your energy bills.

Sturgeon County receives approximately 2,345 hours of sunshine annually.

Designed for Rural Electrical Systems

Rural properties in Sturgeon County often have electrical service characteristics that differ from urban installations. Long distribution lines, single-phase or three-phase service, and older panel infrastructure require careful system design. We assess your service entrance, meter base, and distribution panel as part of the design process.

Voltage rise assessment
Ground and rooftop options
Wind-rated racking systems
Single and three-phase service
Utility interconnection filing
Permit coordination

The Installation Process

01

Power Bill Review

We review the 12-month usage graph on your most recent power bill to understand your consumption patterns and identify the right system size.

02

Site Assessment

We visit your property to assess roof or ground conditions, shading, electrical service, and interconnection requirements.

03

System Design

We produce a system layout, production estimate, and cost summary based on your site and usage data.

04

Permits and Interconnection

We apply for building and electrical permits and submit your micro-generation interconnection application to FortisAlberta.

05

Installation

Our crew installs the racking, panels, inverter, and electrical connections. Work is performed by licensed electricians.

06

Commissioning and Inspection

The system is commissioned, inspected by the authority having jurisdiction, and connected to the grid through FortisAlberta.

Frequently Asked Questions

Solar power can significantly reduce operating costs for farms by offsetting electricity usage for irrigation, lighting, and other agricultural needs. It provides a stable energy source, protecting against rising utility rates and enhancing energy independence for your farming operations.

With net metering, any excess electricity your solar system generates is sent back to the FortisAlberta grid, earning you credits on your bill. These credits can then be used to offset your electricity consumption during times when your solar system produces less power, like at night or on cloudy days.

Yes, Sturgeon County's rural landscape with ample open land on farms and acreages is highly suitable for ground-mount solar systems. These installations can be optimally angled for maximum sun exposure, providing efficient and reliable power for your property.

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Submit a recent power bill and we will review your consumption and provide an honest assessment of what solar can do for your Sturgeon County property. No obligation.

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