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Battery Storage Leases Near Princeton, IL
Princeton and Bureau County offer 17 substations along the I-80 corridor with active battery interconnection queues. The Normandy substation and Kewanee-Hennepin 138 kV line provide viable connection points for energy storage projects.
Estimated Annual Lease
$40,000
5 MW project (~0.5 acres)
Nearby Substations
17
Up to 150 MW capacity
County
Bureau
Bureau County, IL
Grid infrastructure near Princeton
The Princeton area has 17 ComEd substations with up to 150 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 Princeton-area landowners can earn
Battery storage developers pay per megawatt of installed capacity. Here's what landowners near Princeton 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 Princeton
Tell us about your property
Fill out a short form with your property location near Princeton. Takes about two minutes.
We check your site
We evaluate your property's proximity to Princeton-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 Princeton-area landowners
Can I lease my land for battery storage near Princeton?
If your property is within a few miles of a ComEd substation with available interconnection capacity in the Princeton area, it may qualify. Bureau County has 17 substations with up to 150 MW of capacity. Submit a free assessment to find out.
How much land do I need near Princeton?
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 Princeton?
Find out if your property qualifies for a battery storage lease. Free assessment, no obligation.