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Battery Storage Leases Near Morris, IL
Morris and Grundy County sit at a critical grid junction near the Dresden nuclear station where major 345 kV lines converge. With 740 MW of battery projects queued, this is one of the most active areas for energy storage in Illinois.
Estimated Annual Lease
$40,000
5 MW project (~0.5 acres)
Nearby Substations
5
Up to 740 MW capacity
County
Grundy
Grundy County, IL
Grid infrastructure near Morris
The Morris area has 5 ComEd substations with up to 740 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 Morris-area landowners can earn
Battery storage developers pay per megawatt of installed capacity. Here's what landowners near Morris 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 Morris
Tell us about your property
Fill out a short form with your property location near Morris. Takes about two minutes.
We check your site
We evaluate your property's proximity to Morris-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 Morris-area landowners
Can I lease my land for battery storage near Morris?
If your property is within a few miles of a ComEd substation with available interconnection capacity in the Morris area, it may qualify. Grundy County has 5 substations with up to 740 MW of capacity. Submit a free assessment to find out.
How much land do I need near Morris?
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 Morris?
Find out if your property qualifies for a battery storage lease. Free assessment, no obligation.