An energy audit is well worth the effort since experience has already shown that dairy producers can save 10 to 40% – or more, in some cases – by using reliable energy-efficient technology in milking, milk cooling, and water heating processes (University of Wisconsin).

Michigan Dairy producers spent $91 per cow on energy in 2005. This comes out to an average annual utility cost of $16,874 or an equivalent of $0.46 per hundredweight (cwt.) of milk produced (excludes fuel and lubricants).

 

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An energy audit can help lead the way to better farm management and cost savings. It is well worth the effort since experience has already shown that dairy producers can save 10 to 40% or more, in some cases by using reliable energy-efficient technology in milking, milk cooling, and water heating processes (University of Wisconsin - Madison).

An energy audit can help lead the way to better farm management and cost savings. Also, Certified Energy Audit recommendations may qualify for support from funding programs either as grants, low interest loans or loan guarantees. The best place to start with regards to inquiring about a Farm Energy Audit is to contact Michigan State University’s Farm Energy Audit Project, Consumers Energy (Agriculture Section), or your Michigan Electric Cooperative Association.

Average Michigan Dairy Farm Savings

10%  =  $ 1,687.40   Annually
20%  =  $ 3,374.80  Annually
30%  =  $ 5,062.20  Annually
40%  =  $ 6,749.60  Annually
50%  =  $ 8,437.00  Annually
60%  =  $10,124.40 Annually