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Battery Storage Leases in Grundy County
Grundy County sits at a critical grid junction where major 345 kV transmission lines converge near the Dresden nuclear station. With 740 MW of battery projects in the queue, it's one of the most active areas for energy storage development in Illinois.
Estimated Annual Lease
$40,000
5 MW project (~0.5 acres)
Substations
5
With available capacity
vs Farm Rent
276x
$290/acre avg farm rent
Earnings by project size
Battery storage developers pay per megawatt of installed capacity. Here's what Grundy County landowners could earn:
| Project Size | Annual Lease | Land Needed | vs Farm Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 MW | $16,000/yr | ~0.2 acres | 276x more |
| 5 MW | $40,000/yr | ~0.5 acres | 276x more |
| 10 MW | $80,000/yr | ~1 acres | 276x more |
| 20 MW | $160,000/yr | ~2 acres | 276x more |
Grid infrastructure in Grundy County
Grundy County has 5 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 Grundy County landowners
How much can I earn from a battery storage lease in Grundy County?
Based on current industry rates, Grundy 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 Grundy County is $290/acre/year (USDA NASS 2024).
Does my land in Grundy County qualify?
Grundy County is in the ComEd service territory with 5 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 Grundy County
Explore battery storage opportunities near specific towns in Grundy County:
Resources for Grundy County landowners
Own land in Grundy County?
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