- 2 MW Solar Capacity
- 4,536 Total Solar Modules
- 4.3 Million kWh Annual Energy Production
- 2,363 Tons Annual CO2 Equivalent Avoided
2-MW Solar Array Helps Tessenderlo Kerley Power Sustainable Agriculture Innovation
Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. (TKI) is a leading provider of specialty products and sustainable solutions for agriculture, mining, and industrial markets. With a strong commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship, the company delivers advanced nutritional and performance solutions to customers across North America. As a key player in sustainable agriculture, Tessenderlo Kerley continually seeks ways to integrate clean energy into its operations.
Deploy a Solar Solution Without Operational Disruptions
Placing strong emphasis on sustainability, Tessenderlo Kerley sought to materially reduce its environmental impact while maintaining operational excellence at its Hanford, California facility. From an environmental perspective, the company was committed to delivering on its promise of sustainability leadership in the agricultural sector. From an operational standpoint, the facility required a constant, reliable energy supply to support its manufacturing processes. The strategic hurdle was finding a solar solution that would integrate renewable energy into daily operations without disrupting production or compromising efficiency.
Large-Scale Ground-Mounted Solar Array Delivering Clean Energy
INSTALLATION TYPE
- Ground-Mount Solar (Single-Axis Tracker)
INSTALLATION SIZE
- 2 MW
LOCATION
- Hanford, CA
ANNUAL ENERGY PRODUCTION
4,249,431 kWh
INCENTIVE
Option R
To address these complex needs, PowerFlex developed and constructed a 2-megawatt (MW) ground-mounted solar array adjacent to Tessenderlo Kerley's Hanford facility — avoiding significant impact on day-to-day onsite operations.
Comprising more than 4,500 solar modules and 13 inverters, the massive solar array generates 4,249,431 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of emission-free electricity annually, helping avoid more than 2,000 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent annually. The system is equipped with single-axis trackers that allow the modules to follow the sun’s movement across the sky throughout the day, maximizing clean energy production.
Configured as a net-metered project, the facility exports surplus electricity — whatever remains after meeting the building's load — to the grid in exchange for utility bill credits. This design choice provides TKI with cost savings in addition to the savings the company sees from generating its own energy on site.
Today, Tessenderlo Kerley enjoys multiple benefits from this installation: significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, long-term energy cost predictability, and tangible progress toward its environmental stewardship goals.
