Jerry McBride’s farm at 11312 County Road 60, Dola, will be the site of a Hardin County Twilight Tour program. 

This program, focusing on farm solar power, will be held Thursday, July 16, from 7-8:30 pm.  The event will allow time to see first-hand a recently installed and operating solar power system, which is mounted on the roof of the local farmer’s barn.  There will also be a presentation inside the barn, so attendees are asked to bring along lawn chairs. 

Participants can also bring a copy of their electric bill to the program if they would like a basic solar assessment provided at no charge.  There is no cost or pre-registration to attend, and refreshments will be provided.

OSU Extension resources will be provided on On-Farm Solar Electric Systems, On-Farm Solar Site Assessment, Estimating the Size of a Solar Electric System, and Financial Considerations of On-Farm Renewable Energy.  

McBride will be available to answer questions about the decision making process and issues he has faced when determining the need, installation, and operation of his farm solar power system.  Jess Ennis, senior director for solar power developer Ecojiva Solar, the company which worked with McBride’s on-farm solar system, will be a presenter for the evening.