Horizontal single-axis solar tracking support: United States - Nevada Gold Mine: Cortez District

Horizontal Single-Axis Solar Tracking Support: United States - Nevada Gold Mine: Cortez District

In the harsh, high-desert environment of Nevada’s Cortez District, a leading gold mine sought to reduce diesel consumption and lower energy costs. Our horizontal single-axis solar tracking system was deployed to power part of the mine’s operations, delivering clean, reliable energy under extreme sun and temperature swings.

Key benefits of our solution:

Higher energy yield: By following the sun’s daily path, our tracker increases energy generation by up to 25% compared to fixed-tilt systems, maximizing output on limited land. Operational cost reduction: The mine now offsets a significant portion of its daytime electricity demand with solar, cutting fuel hauling and generator runtime.

Durability:Designed for dusty, windy, and remote sites, our trackers feature robust motors, corrosion-resistant coatings, and self-cleaning capabilities — proven in the rugged Cortez terrain.

Why choose us as the manufacturer:

Proven reliability: Over 2 GW of trackers installed globally, with 99.5% mechanical availability.

Smart controls: Our wireless, decentralized control system adapts to terrain and weather, including high-wind stow and snow shedding.

Rapid deployment: Pre-assembled modules and simple foundation requirements reduced installation time by 30% on this remote mine site.

Local support: 24/7 remote monitoring and a North American service team ensure minimum downtime.

The Cortez project confirms that heavy industries can cost-effectively integrate solar tracking — even in extreme off-grid locations.