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Battery Storage Leases in Bureau County
Bureau County in north-central Illinois offers strong grid infrastructure along the I-80 corridor with 17 ComEd substations serving the agricultural heartland between Princeton and Spring Valley.
Estimated Annual Lease
$40,000
5 MW project (~0.5 acres)
Substations
17
With available capacity
vs Farm Rent
271x
$295/acre avg farm rent
Earnings by project size
Battery storage developers pay per megawatt of installed capacity. Here's what Bureau County landowners could earn:
| Project Size | Annual Lease | Land Needed | vs Farm Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 MW | $16,000/yr | ~0.2 acres | 271x more |
| 5 MW | $40,000/yr | ~0.5 acres | 271x more |
| 10 MW | $80,000/yr | ~1 acres | 271x more |
| 20 MW | $160,000/yr | ~2 acres | 271x more |
Grid infrastructure in Bureau County
Bureau County has 17 ComEd substations that may have available capacity for battery storage interconnection. Key substations include:
Not every property near a substation will qualify. Available capacity, queue depth, and feeder configuration determine viability. Our team evaluates each site individually at no cost.
Common questions from Bureau County landowners
How much can I earn from a battery storage lease in Bureau County?
Based on current industry rates, Bureau County landowners can earn $40,000 to $80,000 per year from a 5-10 MW battery storage project. This uses only 0.5 to 1 acre of land. Current average farm cash rent in Bureau County is $295/acre/year (USDA NASS 2024).
Does my land in Bureau County qualify?
Bureau County is in the ComEd service territory with 17 substations. Whether your specific property qualifies depends on proximity to a substation with available interconnection capacity. Submit a free assessment at illinoisbattery.com/apply to find out.
How much land do I need?
A typical battery storage project needs 0.2 to 2 acres — far less than solar. A 5 MW project uses about 0.5 acres. The rest of your property stays in production.
Is there any cost to me?
No. The developer covers all costs — permitting, construction, equipment, maintenance, and insurance. There is no cost to the landowner at any point.
Towns in Bureau County
Explore battery storage opportunities near specific towns in Bureau County:
Resources for Bureau County landowners
Own land in Bureau County?
Find out if your property qualifies for a battery storage lease. Free assessment, no obligation.