The so-called “smart agriculture” market is projected to reach $13.5 billion by 2023. Drought conditions are forcing irrigation system to consider new infrastructure options to reduce evaporation. Upgrading open channel systems to closed-pipe infrastructure not only support conservation objectives, but creates the hydraulics for Rentricity’s in-pipe hydropower solutions. Adding in-pipe hydropower to your irrigations systems improves the overall sustainability of your operations with clean renewable electricity that can be sold to your grid operator or be used at local facilities.
Rentricity completed its first project within an irrigation system in Richmond, Utah. Rentricity’s Flow-to- Wire system including three turbines, totaling 360 kW.
Rentricity and its partners can bring a cost-effective in-pipe hydropower solution to support your irrigation infrastructure upgrades, now powered by your own flow of water. Reach out to us via our online contact form here.