Dramm Boosts Sustainability Efforts With New Solar Field Project

Solar field construction at Dramm’s fish fertilizer facility in Algoma, WI | The Dramm Corporation

The Dramm Corporation has announced that construction has begun on a 10,000 square feet, 120 kW ground-mounted solar field at its Fish Fertilizer Facility in Algoma, WI. Supported by a grant from the USDA’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, Dramm offers sustainable solutions that promote soil health.

Solar field blueprint for Dramm’s fish fertilizer facility in Algoma, WI | Arch Electric

The new solar farm will cover a total fenced area of 10,000 square feet, with 6,100 square feet 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.

Over the next 20 years, this installation is projected to deliver substantial environmental benefits, including:

• Offsetting 2,384 tons of CO₂ emissions – reducing greenhouse gases,
• Eliminating the equivalent of 5,419,908 miles driven by cars – lowering vehicle-related pollution,
• Planting an equivalent of 35,756 trees – reflecting Dramm’s dedication to ecofriendly practices.

“Dramm Corporation is grateful for the FPEP grant award that allows us to invest in solar power to offset the energy needs at the Algoma fish plant,” says Fritz Dramm, Fertilizer Production and Compliance Manager.