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How can solar energy and agriculture work together? Agrivoltaics is the answer! Agrivoltaics, or the integrated use of farmland for both solar energy production and agriculture, could provide a huge step forward in the state’s clean energy transition. Through the IPA’s Illinois Shines Program, Community Solar projects can now achieve higher points for demonstrating commitment to “agrivoltaics”– the practice of agriculture on land designated for photovoltaics. By farming on community solar project land, viable agricultural land can still be used for its original purpose while also contributing to our clean energy transition. To learn more about how the Illinois Shines Program defines whether projects can get points for Agrivoltaics systems, please see the IPA Power Hour webinar on Agrivoltaics. https://lnkd.in/g-U7eWdc #Agrivoltaics #IllinoisShines #farmland #solarenergy #renewables #communitysolar #solaronfarms #agriculture

Vertical agrivoltaics can potentially increase land use efficiency by combining solar energy generation with forage crop cultivation and animal grazing 🌱🐄 This innovative approach allows for dual land use, maximizing agricultural output while producing renewable energy. Learn more about this sustainable solution for the future: https://lnkd.in/ekwQrXuN #Agrivoltaics #RenewableEnergy #SustainableAgriculture #Innovation 🌞🌾

ICYMI: EPRI has an intriguing focus area that merges clean energy with agriculture, called "Artificial Intelligence and Agrivoltaics." #Agrivoltaics represents an innovative approach to land use, where solar energy generation coexists with agricultural activities - whether crop cultivation or animal grazing. This dual-use strategy helps address one of the key challenges in renewable energy deployment: land availability. What makes this particularly compelling is how it transforms the traditional either/or debate between energy and agriculture into a collaborative opportunity. By optimizing land use, we're finding ways to increase renewable power generation while maintaining agricultural productivity. Explore more about this research area: https://lnkd.in/e9S7Qh58 #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #Innovation

What is agrivoltaics? 🌞 🌾 It's the innovative combination of solar energy and agriculture on the same land. ➡️ Learn how this win-win solution benefits both energy production and farming in our latest #EnergyTalks clip below or the full episode: https://lnkd.in/efyzvzXQ #RenewableEnergy #Agrivoltaics #TotalEnergies #EnergyTalks

Harnessing Renewable Energy for Sustainable Farming 🌱 🚜 Check out our latest article on the HarvRESt project, which explores how Renewable Energy Sources (RES) can transform farming practices across Europe while enhancing farm decarbonization. Our research combined desk studies, surveys and interviews to understand the barriers and drivers of RES adoption among farmers. 📊 Key findings highlight the importance of education, financial support and regulatory frameworks in promoting sustainable practices. 🔍 🔗 Read the full article to discover how we're advancing a sustainable future in agriculture through innovative renewable energy solutions: https://lnkd.in/dU77Rqbw #RenewableEnergy #SustainableFarming #EnergyTransition

Do crops grow better under solar panels? The CBE JU-funded SUSTAINEXT project proves this by planting #rosemary between the panels of the #photovoltaic plant in Valdecaballeros, #Extremadura, #Spain. 🌱 Why did #SUSTAINEXT choose #rosemary? How does an #agrivoltaic system work, combining agriculture with renewable energy? Check the video prepared by Endesa Generación to learn more about the project’s innovative approach and its potential impact on #sustainable energy and #agriculture 👇

Lighting the Way for Agrivoltaics: How NREL Empowers Communities To Capture the Benefits of Solar Energy, Agriculture, and Ecosystems https://zurl.co/XvpEw

An interesting solution - Agrivoltaics! The Wall Street Journal posted an article discussing how solar farms and agriculture are being combined in a new approach called "agrivoltaics." This involves growing crops and producing solar energy on the same plot of land. While this concept is still niche, researchers are exploring ways to optimize the benefits. Some see agrivoltaics as a way to ensure solar farms prioritize food production or support pollinators, while others view it as a public relations strategy. Read more about the benefits and challenges - link in the comments! #agrivoltaics #wsj #TheWallStreetJournal #solar #farm #solarpanels #energy #solution #renewableenergy

CSU co-hosting seminar series to dive into how crops and solar energy can work together #Agriculture #Food #Careers #AgTech #AgInnovation 

Explore the facts about solar energy with Allena McKinley in her mythbusting segment, featuring insights from Sabrina Diniz. 🌞 Myth: Solar installations harm agricultural lands. Fact: On the contrary, solar technology can significantly enhance agricultural land. Here’s how: 🌾 Land used for solar installations can be restored to its original condition after decommissioning. 🌱 Agrivoltaics, combining solar panels with traditional farming, can significantly increase agricultural productivity. 💧 Solar structures aid in water retention and provide shade, both beneficial for crop growth. For a full breakdown, watch Allena's detailed video below. #ESA #Sustainability #SolarPower #Agrivoltaics #RenewableEnergy