Solar:
Elgin Advantage

In Elgin County there are numerous businesses involved in solar production. There are manufacturers of component parts for PV solar modules, electricians, general installers and turn key solar companies. These businesses are creating a strong solar industry in Elgin County with more on the way.

The solar PV market in Elgin County has been a hotbed of activity. From solar farms, to smaller Micro-Fit projects on local resident’s homes and agricultural buildings these projects are helping restore the local economy. Solar PV has established strong roots in Elgin County.

With the abundance of land in Elgin County it has been a focal point for solar developers. This area has the agricultural land classifications that are required under the Green Energy Act to build solar energy projects. With excellent sunlight hours Elgin County is a better place to develop a solar farm than even some southern United States.

For the Solar industry, our manufacturing base is second to none. With highly skilled labour and excellent logistics to get products out on time, the solar industry can take advantage of Elgin County’s resources.