Jordan Adds Solar Array

The sun does more than just provide nice weather for a trip to the beach.

It is also an abundant source of energy and more wineries are jumping on the bandwagon to reap the benefits of generating solar power while reducing their environmental footprint.

On Thursday, June 21, PG&E representative Matt Spence presented director of operations Tim Spence with a check for $102,000. That's the amount of money projected to be saved in just one year by the winery's switching to solar power.

This week, Stellar Energy will complete installation of a 2,000-panel, 100% American-made solar photovoltaic array at Jordan. The solar power generated is expected to offset the family-owned and operated winery’s utility bill by 75% and save the winery nearly $9 million in electricity costs over 30 years.

To watch a time-lapse video of Jordan’s solar installation click here.