Agriculture solutions
Agriculture-energy expenditures can be costly. Entergy Solutions provides many ways to reduce energy use and save on expenses while maintaining a modern, safe operation. Entergy Solutions offers an Agriculture Solutions program for Entergy Louisiana agribusiness customers. All current trade allies are eligible to participate in this program.
Try these five energy-saving opportunities by partnering with a certified trade ally to reduce your utility costs and save money for your farm:
Ventilation systems
- Replace your fans with high-efficiency models.
- Manage fan speeds based on moisture levels and air temperature.
- Achieve greater energy efficiency with increased fan diameter.
Lighting systems
- Choose LED lamps and fixtures.
- Utilize timers and motion sensors.
- Extend equipment life with routine maintenance.
Irrigation systems
- Reduce well pump motor horsepower to save up to 40% in energy costs.
- Ensure proper spacing of low-pressure nozzles.
- Reduce system pressure and achieve a 35% reduction in energy costs.
Refrigeration systems
- Spray refrigerated areas with cold water.
- Ensure refrigeration storage is properly insulated.
- Utilize energy-efficient compressors, heat exchangers and refrigerants.
Variable Frequency Drives or VFDs
- Gain greater flexibility by installing VFDs on fans and irrigation pumps.
- Match the operational speed of electrical motors and reach up to 60% in savings.
Find out what other additional incentives are available for your customer agriculture projects.
Steps to participate
- Initiate
Identify a project. Not sure where to begin? Contact us to get started. - Apply
Submit the required documents to the program. Ready to get started? Email us. - Pre-approval
Pre-approval review takes place. A site visit may be required. - Execute
Materials are ordered and installed. - Post-installation
Program schedules site visit and distributes incentives.
Learn about other customers who completed agriculture projects with Entergy Solutions: