There are now two generations of the Peju family working in the winery: Tony and Herta who started the winery in 1983 and now their daughters, Lisa and Ariana, have joined the winery team. The entire family is deeply committed to sustainable farming practices to ensure that the land, that produces award-winning wines, will be preserved for future generations. Organic farming practices are in place at the HB Rutherford Vineyard, with progression toward Organic Ceritfication. With the sun as a plentiful partner in the Napa Valley, Ariana Peju launched the "Harvesting of the Sun" project by taking Peju solar. Caring for the air, as well as the land she grew up on, is her priority. To date, 720 panels have been installed over 10,000 square feet of the winery's roof. They will generate power throughout the winery. A total of 36% percent of the annual energy used will be solar generated. During the 30-year lifetime of the
system, greenhouse gases and air pollutants will be greatly reduced with this socially responsible and environmentally sound step into the future. |
What is the size of Peju's solar power system?
Peju's solar power system produces 126 kW AC for its winery facilities. The system is located atop our crush pad, barrel room, tank area and some of our offices. This figure will change with the installation of the additional modules. |
How does solar power work?
Solar power systems turn sunlight into electricity. When the sun shines, you can generate more power than you consume (your meter will really spin backwards). At night you'll draw on utility company power, essentially using the electrical grid as a giant storage battery. |
