Renewables
S&ME is a trusted partner in renewable energy development, delivering expert support for solar, wind, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and biogas facilities. With deep expertise in civil engineering, environmental stewardship, and geotechnical science, we provide integrated services that ensure resilient, high-performing energy infrastructure.
Renewable energy is essential to building a more sustainable, secure future. At S&ME, we’re proud to help our clients lead the way in powering that future.
1000-ft “a”-spacing on a proposed solar site
What We Offer
Axial Tension Testing on a site in Eastern North Carolina.
Field Support Services
- Pile Load Testing Programs: Axial and lateral testing for solar and BESS foundations
- Subsurface Exploration: SPT, CPT, and test pits for site selection and design
- Infiltration Testing: Stormwater design support using Amoozemeter and Double Ring methods
- Karst/Sinkhole Evaluations: Risk mitigation in karst-prone areas
- Geophysical Surveys: GPR, ERT, and resistivity testing for site safety and design
Sinkhole evaluation results using Electrical Resistivity Tomography on a solar facility in Sumter County, Florida
Lab Testing Services
- Corrosion Potential: Soil corrosivity analysis for buried infrastructure
- Thermal Resistivity: Soil performance testing for electrical systems
LPILE Analysis performed using results of S&ME’s Pile Load Test Program
Engineering Services
- Foundation Design: Driven pile recommendations for all facility types
- Access Road Design: Routes for construction and maintenance
- Geohazard Mitigation: Site-specific risk evaluations and design solutions
Why S&ME?
We understand the unique demands of each renewable energy type from deep foundations for wind turbines to thermal and geotechnical considerations for BESS and biogas systems. Our multidisciplinary team ensures technical success, regulatory compliance, and long-term performance.