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Solar in Southern Illinois

Trenton, IL
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Project Details

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Retrofit
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2,198 sq. ft. Roof Size
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38 Ground Mount Modules
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1 Fronius Primo Inverter
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10 kW DC Power Production

Project Description

Continuing their journey for home efficiency, the Seger family chose to install a 10kw solar PV ground mount to help offset their geothermal heating and cooling system and daily home energy needs. By combining geothermal + solar with their other home efficiencies, they were able to create additional cost savings and maximize their energy efficiency for their all-electric home. To learn more about their geothermal installation, click here

Installation Details

Since the Segers previously installed a geothermal heat pump, their energy demand was drastically lowered due to geothermal’s 500% efficiency rating. This allowed for a 10kw ground mount array to be installed, covering the majority of their energy needs. The ground mount features 38 Q Cell 390 modules, a Fronius Primo inverter, and DPW railing. To create further energy savings, the Segers use LED lightbulbs, have their front-facing windows tinted, and weather proofed their whole home with extra insulation, black tar on nail holes, low ease windows, and insulated garage doors.

Savings

Monthly Utility Bill: $0 per month*
Lifetime Solar Energy Production: 36 MWh
Over 95% Solar Coverage
*Monthly bill does not include utility charges/fees

Partners Involved

Joe’s Electric

Enertech Global

Southwestern Electric Cooperative

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