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Battery Storage Leases Near Amboy, IL
Amboy sits along Route 52 in central Lee County, just miles from the Nelson-Electric Junction — the largest battery interconnection point in ComEd territory. Flat agricultural land and 1,160 MW of queued capacity make this a prime area for energy storage leases.
Estimated Annual Lease
$40,000
5 MW project (~0.5 acres)
Nearby Substations
10
Up to 1160 MW capacity
County
Lee
Lee County, IL
Grid infrastructure near Amboy
The Amboy area has 10 ComEd substations with up to 1160 MW of capacity for battery storage interconnection. Key connection points include:
Properties within 2-5 miles of these substations are the most viable for battery storage leases. Our team evaluates proximity, feeder infrastructure, and available capacity for each property at no cost.
What Amboy-area landowners can earn
Battery storage developers pay per megawatt of installed capacity. Here's what landowners near Amboy could earn:
| Project Size | Annual Lease | Land Needed | 25-Year Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 MW | $16,000/yr | ~0.2 acres | $500,000 |
| 5 MW | $40,000/yr | ~0.5 acres | $1,250,000 |
| 10 MW | $80,000/yr | ~1 acres | $2,500,000 |
| 20 MW | $160,000/yr | ~2 acres | $5,000,000 |
How to get started near Amboy
Tell us about your property
Fill out a short form with your property location near Amboy. Takes about two minutes.
We check your site
We evaluate your property's proximity to Amboy-area substations, available interconnection capacity, and grid infrastructure.
Review a lease offer
If your property qualifies, we present lease terms with annual payment amounts, duration, and escalation schedule.
Start earning
Once signed, the developer handles permitting and construction. You start receiving lease payments.
Questions from Amboy-area landowners
Can I lease my land for battery storage near Amboy?
If your property is within a few miles of a ComEd substation with available interconnection capacity in the Amboy area, it may qualify. Lee County has 10 substations with up to 1160 MW of capacity. Submit a free assessment to find out.
How much land do I need near Amboy?
Battery storage needs only 0.2-2 acres — far less than solar. A typical 5 MW project uses about 0.5 acres. The rest of your property stays in production.
Will this affect my farming?
No. The installation is a small fenced area — typically the size of a few shipping containers on a concrete pad. Farmers report no impact on planting, harvesting, drainage, or equipment access.
Is there any cost to me?
None. The developer covers everything — permitting, construction, equipment, maintenance, and insurance. The assessment is also free with no obligation.
Own land near Amboy?
Find out if your property qualifies for a battery storage lease. Free assessment, no obligation.