Thelen Sand & Gravel

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Project Overview

Thelen Sand & Gravel partnered with Verde Solutions to enhance their commitment to sustainability through the installation of a ground-mounted solar array at their Lakemoor facility. The project involved the installation of 2,106 solar panels, reflecting Thelen's dedication to environmental stewardship. By creatively repurposing land parcels that might otherwise be considered exhausted or unusable, Thelen is able to power and maintain operations sustainably. This initiative aligns with their mission to utilize green energy opportunities, ensuring that their operations are not only efficient but also environmentally responsible, laying the groundwork for continued success for future generations.

Thelen Sand & Gravel partnered with Verde Solutions to enhance their commitment to sustainability through the installation of a ground-mounted solar array at their Lakemoor facility. The project involved the installation of 2,106 solar panels, reflecting Thelen's dedication to environmental stewardship. By creatively repurposing land parcels that might otherwise be considered exhausted or unusable, Thelen is able to power and maintain operations sustainably. This initiative aligns with their mission to utilize green energy opportunities, ensuring that their operations are not only efficient but also environmentally responsible, laying the groundwork for continued success for future generations.

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Industry

Commercial

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Project Type

Ground Mount

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Location

Lakemoor, Illinois

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SERVICES

  • – Utility applications & interconnection
  • – System design & engineering
  • – Permitting
  • – Procurement
  • – Installation
  • – Incentive filing & rebate application

Solutions Provided

The project at Thelen Sand & Gravel's Lakemoor facility involved the installation of a 1,158.3 kW-DC ground-mounted solar system, consisting of 2,106 modules and nine inverters. Verde Solutions managed every aspect of the project, overcoming permitting hurdles and working significant overtime hours to ensure the installation was completed and inspection approvals were secured by the end of December. Despite the challenges of working through the cold winter months, Verde Solutions delivered a high-quality, sustainable energy solution that meets Thelen's environmental and operational goals.

2,106

Modules

Carbon Sequestered by

511,263

tree seedlings grown for 10 years

43,388,775

kWh over lifespan

Equivalent to

30,750

metrics tons of CO2