Ground-Mounted Solar Systems
When roof space isn’t enough, the ground becomes the array. HeliosNatural engineers ground-mounted systems for open land, farms and commercial plots.
Solar Engineered for Open Land
Ground-mounted solar systems are installed on open land using dedicated racking structures, ideal for sites with available acreage but limited or unsuitable roof space — including farms, industrial plots and vacant commercial land.
HeliosNatural handles soil and topography assessment, foundation design and array layout to maximize generation per acre, while keeping the land accessible for other uses like agriculture where applicable.
How Ground-Mounted Solar Works
Purpose-built structures engineered for open-land conditions.
Land & Soil Assessment
Topography, soil bearing capacity and shading are evaluated to finalize foundation and layout design.
Foundation & Racking
Driven piles or concrete foundations anchor galvanized steel racking sized to local wind loads.
Array Installation
Panels are mounted at an optimal tilt angle for maximum annual energy yield at your latitude.
Grid or Captive Connection
The system connects via net-metering, open access or captive consumption, depending on plant size.
Key System Components
Structural and electrical hardware engineered for outdoor, open-land conditions.
Tier-1 PV Modules
High-efficiency panels mounted at latitude-optimized tilt for maximum annual yield.
Galvanized Steel Racking
Corrosion-resistant structures engineered for regional wind and soil load standards.
Driven Pile Foundations
Foundation systems suited to soil conditions, avoiding large concrete footprints where possible.
String Inverters
Field-distributed inverters reducing DC cable runs and simplifying maintenance access.
Perimeter Fencing
Site security fencing protecting the array from livestock, wildlife and unauthorized access.
Remote SCADA Monitoring
Centralized monitoring for generation performance across the full array footprint.
Solar Across the Open Field
See how HeliosNatural engineers ground-mounted arrays that turn open land into a long-term energy asset.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about ground-mounted solar installations.
How much land do I need for ground-mounted solar?
Roughly 4-5 acres per megawatt for fixed-tilt systems, depending on terrain, shading and layout spacing requirements.
Can the land still be used for farming?
Yes, elevated racking designs can allow agrivoltaic use, letting certain crops or grazing continue beneath the array.
Do ground-mounted systems need special foundations?
Foundation type depends on soil testing results — options include driven piles, ballasted footings or concrete piers.
Is ground-mounted solar more expensive than rooftop?
Per-watt costs are often comparable or lower due to easier installation, though land cost and foundation type affect the total project economics.