At Encom, we recently installed a bespoke solar and battery storage system at Ballyard Farm in Armagh, transforming their energy management. Like many businesses within the agri-food sector, poultry farming at Ballyard Farm demands high energy use, particularly for lighting, heating, ventilation and automated equipment. Rising electricity prices have made energy costs a major concern across the industry.
Why Solar Energy for the Agri-Food Sector?
Reduce Operating Costs:
Solar energy can dramatically lower your electricity bills, stabilising your energy expenditure despite unpredictable market rates.
Energy Independence:
By generating your own clean power, you’re less reliant on grid electricity, protecting your business against power outages and rising utility prices.
Enhanced Sustainability:
Lower your carbon footprint and align your farm or food production operation with sustainable practices, improving environmental performance and reputation in the marketplace.
Improved Profitability and Competitiveness:
Reduced operational costs lead directly to higher profit margins, helping your business remain competitive.
Why Custom Battery Storage Takes Solar Further
Solar power alone is effective, but integrating a tailored battery storage system from Encom significantly increases the benefits:
Maximised Energy Utilisation:
Store surplus solar energy generated during daylight hours for use overnight or during peak periods, dramatically reduces reliance on costly grid electricity.
Reliable Three-Phase Power:
Need stable and reliable three-phase electricity supply for heavy-duty farm machinery or processing equipment? Encom Energy designs custom battery storage solutions tailored specifically to your business’s unique requirements that can provide Three-Phase Power directly from the battery storage without a grid connection.
Enhanced Forecasting and Control:
With our advanced energy management systems, farms gain real-time monitoring and detailed analytics, helping you manage and optimise energy use with precision, critical for businesses with intensive energy needs.
Resilience and Security:
Battery storage provides peace of mind with secure, reliable power backup, protecting essential operations and ensuring productivity continues uninterrupted even if grid supply fluctuates.
Why Encom Energy?
Encom Energy specialises in providing comprehensive solar and battery storage solutions specifically designed for the agri-food sector. Whether you’re involved in poultry, dairy, horticulture, processing plants, cold storage, or other energy-intensive agricultural operations, our expert team will assess your unique energy demands, design a bespoke solution, and seamlessly manage your installation from concept to commissioning.
Join Ballyard Farm and other leading agribusinesses taking control of their energy future.
🌿 Take the next step to sustainable energy independence.
Speak to our specialists today: +4428 9538 0910