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Battery Storage Leases Near Bloomington, IL
Bloomington-Normal in McLean County is a battery storage hotspot with 550 MW of projects in the PJM queue. Multiple 345 kV substations and strong transmission infrastructure make the surrounding farmland highly valuable for energy storage leases.
Estimated Annual Lease
$40,000
5 MW project (~0.5 acres)
Nearby Substations
10
Up to 550 MW capacity
County
McLean
McLean County, IL
Grid infrastructure near Bloomington
The Bloomington area has 10 ComEd substations with up to 550 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 Bloomington-area landowners can earn
Battery storage developers pay per megawatt of installed capacity. Here's what landowners near Bloomington 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 Bloomington
Tell us about your property
Fill out a short form with your property location near Bloomington. Takes about two minutes.
We check your site
We evaluate your property's proximity to Bloomington-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 Bloomington-area landowners
Can I lease my land for battery storage near Bloomington?
If your property is within a few miles of a ComEd substation with available interconnection capacity in the Bloomington area, it may qualify. McLean County has 10 substations with up to 550 MW of capacity. Submit a free assessment to find out.
How much land do I need near Bloomington?
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 Bloomington?
Find out if your property qualifies for a battery storage lease. Free assessment, no obligation.