The current status of photovoltaic support animal husbandry development

Can agrivoltaic systems integrate solar PV with agricultural production?

This research provides a novel exploration of public perceptions about integrating solar PV with agricultural production in an agrivoltaic system – which is a cornerstone of the success of this technology but has yet to be considered empirically.

Should animal husbandry be included in a solar PV array?

Further, integrating animal husbandry on a solar PV array as a sustainable (environmentally and economically) form of vegetative maintenance has gained popularity [66, 73, 77], and has been empirically determined to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and demand less fossil energy than conventional separate production .

Are solar photovoltaic systems suitable for agriculture?

Hence, solar photovoltaic (PV) systems can be flexible for agrivoltaic setups, so enabling renewable energy facilities to be compatible with a more efficient and sustainable agriculture model .

Can agrivoltaics preserve cropland in a full-density PV system?

Compared to PV installations causing these croplands to be completely abandoned, agrivoltaics in a full-density PV system scenario could preserve up to 139 km 2 of cropland with a corresponding crop yield of 7.1 × 10 4 tons, which is 9 % of the crop yield in a no-PV scenario.

Do agrivoltaic systems support local solar development?

This survey study provides an initial foundation for understanding public perceptions about agrivoltaic systems in the U.S. and identifies an increase in support for local solar development given the agrivoltaic approach.

Can agrivoltaic systems work with animals?

Few agrivoltaic projects have been carried out with animals and data are lacking, making it difficult to assess the feasibility of such a system. However, the first results seem to show that animal husbandry in combination with electricity production is possible. Further studies must be carried out on longer rearing periods.