US (WI): Dramm begins construction on fish fertilizer facility

The Dramm Corporation has announced that construction begins this week on a 10,000 sq. ft., 120 kW ground-mounted solar field at its Fish Fertilizer Facility in Algoma, Wisconsin. Supported by a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Fertilizer Production Expansion Program (FPEP), this project marks a major advancement in Dramm's commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency. Once completed, Drammatic Liquid Fish Fertilizer will offset Dramm's energy consumption.

Dramm produces Drammatic Liquid Fish Fertilizer, derived from fish offal collected from commercial and sport fishermen. The full line of fertilizer is used in organic and conventional farming, as well as by home gardeners. By diverting millions of pounds of fish waste from landfills and waterways, we offer sustainable solutions that promote soil health.

The new solar farm will cover a total fenced area of 10,000 sq. ft., with 6,100 sq. ft. dedicated to 220 high-efficiency solar panels and one inverter, with a combined power output of 119,900 W-DC and 100,000 W-AC. Thanks to the FPEP grant, Dramm is able to invest in renewable energy infrastructure that will offset the facility's energy consumption, with the potential to save up to 74% of the facility's energy usage. The construction is expected to be completed in January 2025.