June 11, 2025
Battery Energy Storage
Frequently asked questions
How will I be paid?
Typically, there is an option period of 3+ years in which you will be paid a fixed amount annually. If the project advances to the lease term, you will be paid rent based on the total acreage used each year for 25-40 years. The amount and frequency will be detailed in the lease agreement.
What does a solar project look like on my property?
A solar array on your property typically consists of rows of low-profile solar panels mounted on metal racks. The panels are usually six to eight feet tall at their highest point and are arranged in rows with open space between them for maintenance. The site is fenced for safety and may include vegetative screening in select locations.
What does a battery energy storage project look like on my property?
The battery storage modules resemble shipping containers. We take measures to ensure the project is concealed from view for safety and privacy. We place foliage and fencing around the project and aim to maintain existing foliage when possible.
Can I get my electricity for free if I have a solar farm on my property?
While it might seem practical to connect your home directly to a commercial solar facility on your land, it’s not allowed due to regulatory and technical reasons. Commercial solar projects are designed to deliver power directly to the electrical grid, not individual homes or properties. They are permitted, engineered, and financed under utility guidelines, which are separate from residential systems.
What is the typical lifetime of a solar project? What happens after project operation?
A typical solar project has a lifespan of 20 to 40 years, depending on the lease terms and equipment performance over time. During this period, the system generates clean, reliable energy with minimal impact to your land. As the end of the project approaches, there are typically options to renew or extend the lease if both parties agree, allowing the project to continue operating. If not renewed, the site enters the decommissioning phase, during which all equipment is safely removed and the land is restored to its original condition, or better, as outlined in your lease. You retain full ownership of the land throughout the process and remain in control of how it’s used in the future.
What is the typical lifetime of a battery energy storage project? What happens after project operation?
The equipment comes with up to 20 years performance guarantee, so the base project is expected to last at least that long. With maintenance activities and planned replacement of key components, the facility life can be extended.
What happens if I sell my land?
Should you wish to sell the land during the lease period, the Lease Agreement and payments will transfer to the new landowner once the sale is complete.
Can I use (or farm) the property during the development period?
Yes! You are free to continue farming or using the property as you do currently prior to project construction. If you do farm, you may need to confirm you have the ability to terminate any farming operations in the event construction needs to begin in the middle of a crop cycle, thus causing crop loss. Depending on the situation, there may be offer provisions in the lease to account for compensation in the event of loss.
