The "Home on the Range" building is home to the Northern Plains Resource Council (NPRC), Western Organization of Resource Councils (WORC), and Western Native Voice.

Northern Plains Resource Council, in conjunction with Tim Crawford of Pheasant Farms, approached OnSite Energy to design and install a solar electric system to bring the building up to 100% electrical energy offset. With the roof area already occupied by the existing solar electric system, a challenge was presented in best incorporating a new solar array into the property. 

With guidance from NPRC, a solar carport was suggested, and OnSite Energy researched and developed a solution that would best fit the aesthetic and functional requirements of the property.  The result was a cantilevered carport design that blended well with the property layout while also providing a dual purpose of energy production and shading for the parking area.

Location

Billings, MT 59101
United States

Total size
24.75kW
Production
32,300kWh
Type
Commercial
Installed