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Battery Storage Leases Near El Paso, IL
El Paso along I-39 in eastern Woodford County connects the McLean and Peoria transmission networks. Local substation infrastructure and 400 MW of queued capacity make the surrounding corn and soybean fields strong candidates for battery storage leases.
Estimated Annual Lease
$40,000
5 MW project (~0.5 acres)
Nearby Substations
6
Up to 400 MW capacity
County
Woodford
Woodford County, IL
Grid infrastructure near El Paso
The El Paso area has 6 ComEd substations with up to 400 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 El Paso-area landowners can earn
Battery storage developers pay per megawatt of installed capacity. Here's what landowners near El Paso 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 El Paso
Tell us about your property
Fill out a short form with your property location near El Paso. Takes about two minutes.
We check your site
We evaluate your property's proximity to El Paso-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 El Paso-area landowners
Can I lease my land for battery storage near El Paso?
If your property is within a few miles of a ComEd substation with available interconnection capacity in the El Paso area, it may qualify. Woodford County has 6 substations with up to 400 MW of capacity. Submit a free assessment to find out.
How much land do I need near El Paso?
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 El Paso?
Find out if your property qualifies for a battery storage lease. Free assessment, no obligation.