Solar farms have become more and more common in recent years, and for good reason. Throughout the Southeast, including Georgia and Alabama, solar farms have been put in place to provide clean, renewable energy for their communities. A unique problem that solar farms face, however, is erosion. When soil erosion leads to equipment failure or damage, the costs can quickly add up.
Let’s take a closer look at why many solar farm plants are choosing hydroseeding as their solution to erosion control.
Hydroseeding is Effective for Erosion Control
Throughout the country, hydroseeding is one of the most commonly used forms of erosion control for solar farms. In Alabama, many solar farms choose to use hydroseeding because of its erosion control abilities. Hydroseeding is able to control erosion by growing a network of grass roots in the soil that hold the soil together, preventing it from eroding in the case of severe weather. Weather patterns such as heavy wind and rain can often cause accelerated soil erosion, which can become extremely problematic for solar farms in the Southeast. So, by utilizing the erosion control capabilities of hydroseeding, solar farm operators are able to ensure the structural integrity and longevity of their solar farm equipment.
Hydroseeding is Cost-Efficient
Another reason why hydroseeding is so common for solar farms throughout Alabama and the Southeast is because it is a cost efficient solution. Especially when compared to seeding and sodding, commercial hydroseeding for solar farms is the most cost-efficient solution to erosion. Affordable rates and an application process that doesn’t require nearly as many work hours as other erosion control methods make hydroseeding the preferred choice for solar farms.
Hydroseeding is Quick
Apart from being effective for erosion control and being cost-efficient, hydroseeding is also time efficient. From application to grass growth, the timeline for hydroseeding to become effective for erosion control is actually quite short. The process is simple: first, the designated area of soil is cleared around the solar farm and prepared for application. Second, the hydroseeding slurry is applied to the designated area. Third, the area is monitored and treated to facilitate quick grass growth and seed sprouting. This in-turn builds a vast network of healthy grassroots in order to control erosion.
Hydroseeding Has a Versatile Application Process
The hydroseeding slurry itself is a curated mixture of native grass, seeds, fertilizer and water. This slurry is sprayed out of hydroseeding application devices onto the designated area. Because of the nature of the application process hydroseeding is a very versatile solution for any terrain or soil. This includes difficult to reach areas that are common on solar farms in the southeast.
The convenient application method allows for solar farm managers to use hydroseeding around their equipment and fields and other areas of soil. Also, the nature of the application process also allows for large areas to be covered quickly. This means that the process requires fewer man hours, lowering labor costs for the solar plant operator.
Commercial Hydroseeding for Solar Farms with Burns Environmental
If you are looking for effective, timely, and cost effective solutions to erosion control for your solar farm in Alabama, Georgia, or throughout the Southeast, turn to the hydroseeding experts at Burns Environmental. We specialize in commercial and residential hydroseeding throughout the region, including for homes, worksites, commercial areas, and specifically solar farms.
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