Ground-mounted solar panels can be placed anywhere where the sun is visible for most of the day. Ground mounting is similar to pole mounting in that it requires a dedicated space in the field to mount the brackets and panels. There are multiple benefits to installing a ground-mounted photovoltaic bracket system, and it is ideal for residential, commercial, or agricultural purposes.
What is a ground-mounted solar panel
Ground-mounted solar panels are a photovoltaic system solution that can be implemented on the ground where the installation conditions are available. The panels are fixed to the brackets and the position of the panels can be adjusted to maximize the absorption of sunlight. If a tracking bracket is selected, the panels can also change the angle as the sun moves. The length of the bracket can range from a few inches to several feet, so you can choose the appropriate installation height based on the topography of the land.
Benefits of ground-mounted solar panels
Compared to roof-mounted systems, there are many benefits to choosing ground-mounted solar panels, such as:
1. You can install a ground-mounted photovoltaic bracket system and battery array almost anywhere there is enough sunlight and available land.
2. There are more restrictions on installing photovoltaic systems on roofs due to safety regulations and roof structures.
3. There is limited space for roof-mounted photovoltaic systems, and when you need to perform maintenance on the roof, you must remove the solar panels to perform repairs.
Ground photovoltaic support system is suitable for agricultural applications
Ground agriculture usually has a lot of available space to install farm shed supports, and farms, ranches and various commercial enterprises involving agriculture need stable electricity. Ground-mounted photovoltaic systems can provide clean, reliable energy anywhere there is sunlight.
Benefits of ground-mounted solar photovoltaic systems for agriculture:
Solar energy can benefit agricultural operations because even small farms require a lot of energy for agricultural activities, such as:
Generate heat for buildings
Operate dryers and conveyors
Pump water
Equipment for watering and feeding
Operate electric fences
Power greenhouses
Lighting and heating
Ground photovoltaic support system is suitable for commercial applications
Many companies with vacant land or land choose to install photovoltaic systems on the ground to provide green energy for their business. It is usually used in factories, warehouses, schools and other commercial organizations.
Benefits of ground-mounted solar panels for businesses:
High-quality, well-installed solar panels can not only generate energy and save electricity bills, but also enable companies to obtain green energy incentives, such as electricity subsidies and selling surplus electricity back to the state.
Ground-mounted solar systems are not dependent on roof orientation or surrounding environment. It can transform unused plots of land into power generation assets. Solar energy has the potential to complement existing green energy solutions and improve performance. For example:
1. Many plots of land may be too small or inconveniently located to be used for commercial purposes, but by installing solar panels, it becomes a tool to generate energy, save money and build a positive image.
2. Many types of companies have large assets that sometimes sit idle for years or even decades. Ground-mounted photovoltaic systems become a way for that land to be profitable and useful.
3. The development model of many areas will change over time, such as the converted ground parking lot, where a carport photovoltaic system can be installed to achieve the dual purpose of generating energy and shading the car.
Which businesses can benefit from ground-mounted photovoltaic systems
Some industrial and commercial and physical businesses are not aware that they can benefit from ground-mounted solar solutions, but almost all industries can benefit from photovoltaic projects, including:
Apartment buildings and multi-family homes
Factories and industrial enterprises
Farms
Hospitals and healthcare campuses
Government complexes
Land developers
Manufacturing companies
Non-profit organizations
Parks, campgrounds, recreational facilities
Schools
The ground-mounted photovoltaic support system is a relatively cost-effective design, and the supporting foundation part is pre-assembled to the highest degree before delivery so that it can be installed on site. The optimized design is carried out by experienced engineers, which is crucial for high loads caused by wind and snow. It can choose ground piles or concrete foundations, and its adjustable inclination and height make the design of the project more flexible. The system is made of aluminum, has extremely low maintenance costs throughout its service life, and is completely recyclable, beautiful, and very suitable for quick installation.
