MREA Midwest Renewable Energy Association

Solar Tour

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The Midwest Renewable Energy Association promotes renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable living through education and demonstration.

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MREA Solar Tour: Sun Harvest Farm

Sun Harvest Farm
6300 Reed Rd
Ridgeway, WI

Phone: 608-924-3091

Email: dogbite@mhtc.net

Renovated farmhouse with new addition and farm buildings including large barn. Land is rented to dairy farmer. We installed PV and solar hot water systems in 2006 and a masonry heater fireplace. Currently installing a solar hot air collector for barn workshop.

System Components

Solar Electric (2720 kw)
Solar Space Heating (1000 gal storage)
Solar Domestic Hot Water
Masonry Heater Fireplace

Architect: Self

Installer: Full Spectrum Solar

Directions to site:
From Madison on Hwy 18/151 traveling west. Go Past Ridgeway village about 1/2 mile. Take right turn on Ridgevue Rd, then an immediate left turn on Reed Rd. Go about 1/4 mile to our farm on right.

Availability

Year Round Demonstration Site

This site is part of Focus on Energy's demonstration site list. It is open year round for visits and tours. Please honor the designated business hours, or contact the site to arrange an appointment where indicated.
By Appointment Only
Email: dogbite@mhtc.net