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Solar project at Ukiah vineyard now saves family far more than expected
Original: # solar # energy # vineyards 'When the family first priced the project, it was expected to save about $30,000 a year...
A family-run vineyard in the Ukiah area of Mendocino County, California installed a solar energy system originally projected to save about $30,000 a year. By the time construction finished, utility rate increases from Pacific Gas and Electric had pushed estimated annual savings to roughly $80,000. The story is drawing attention as an example of rising electricity costs making solar investments unexpectedly lucrative for agricultural businesses.
Why now: PG&E rate hikes are making solar adoption look increasingly attractive, and this case offers a striking before-and-after savings comparison.
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- # solar # energy # vineyards 'When the family first priced the project, it was expected to save about $30,000 a year... By the time it was finished, PG&E rate increases had pushed the estimated savings to about $80,000 a year.' https:// mendovoice.com/2026/10/ukiah-v… · researchbuzz@researchbuzz.masto.host · 7
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