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Modesto, CA

Constructing a solar installation to enhance sustainability and reduce operational costs.

• Solar Installation: A 370kW solar array will offset electricity consumption for farm operations.
• Sustainable Practices: Gold Leaf integrates renewable energy to reduce reliance on traditional power sources.
• Community Investment: The company reinvests in its workforce through employee ownership and comprehensive benefits.
• High-Demand Crops: Focuses on almonds and pistachios for resilient growth opportunities.
• Use of Proceeds: Funds will be used for construction, site preparation, and related expenditures.

Gold Leaf Farming is undertaking a project to construct a 370kW solar installation aimed at reducing operational costs and enhancing sustainability. The solar array will be located in Bakersfield, California, and is designed to offset nearly all electricity consumption for irrigation and cold-storage operations on approximately 240 acres of orchard. This initiative is part of Gold Leaf’s broader strategy to integrate renewable energy into its farming practices, thereby reducing reliance on traditional power sources and mitigating the impact of rising electricity costs.

The company is committed to sustainable farming practices that regenerate natural resources and support local communities. Gold Leaf reinvests in its workforce through employee ownership, living wage increases, and comprehensive healthcare benefits. By focusing on high-demand crops like almonds and pistachios, Gold Leaf aims to ensure resilient growth opportunities. The proceeds from this fundraising will be used for engineering, procurement, construction, site preparation, and other related expenditures necessary for the solar project. This investment in renewable energy is expected to enhance energy independence and contribute to long-term land stewardship.

Company Info

Gold Leaf Farming integrates solar energy into its regenerative almond farming operations to enhance sustainability and reduce costs.

Gold Leaf Farming is a sustainable agriculture company that focuses on growing high-demand crops like almonds and pistachios using regenerative practices. The company emphasizes soil health, efficient water use, and long-term land stewardship across its orchards in the western United States. To enhance sustainability and reduce operational costs, Gold Leaf is investing in renewable energy systems, such as solar installations, to power its irrigation and processing operations.

The Solar for Regenerative Almond Farm project involves constructing a 370.5 kWdc solar array in Bakersfield, California. This system is designed to offset nearly all electricity consumption for irrigation and cold-storage operations on approximately 240 acres of orchard. By integrating solar energy, Gold Leaf aims to lower its reliance on grid electricity, reduce exposure to utility rate changes, and contribute to environmental sustainability through significant carbon offsetting.