Livestock-light complementary photovoltaic panels

What is crop selection & PV design for agrivoltaics?

Crop selection and PV design for agrivoltaics require synonymous optimization. The increasing global population amplifies the demand for food and energy. Meeting these demands should be a priority and aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Photovoltaic (PV) systems are one of the key technologies for a sustainable energy transition.

Can mobile photovoltaic panels increase the productivity of a land?

Valle, B. et al. Increasing the total productivity of a land by combining mobile photovoltaic panels and food crops. Appl. Energy 206, 1495–1507 (2017). Macknick, J., Beatty, B. & Hill, G. Overview of Opportunities for Co-Location of Solar Energy Technologies and Vegetation (National Renewable Energy Laboratory, 2013).

Are tracking PV modules a good option for capturing solar energy?

Regarding mobility, tracking PV modules are particularly efficient at capturing solar energy (they can capture 29% more energy than fixed ones) , especially those that can move on two axes, as they can follow the path of the sun and program a specific inclination depending on the time of year and latitude .

Can wavelength selective PV technology boost agrivoltaic development?

Wavelength selective PV technologies can boost agrivoltaic developments. A meta-analysis shows berries and leafy vegetables as suitable for agrivoltaics. Crop selection and PV design for agrivoltaics require synonymous optimization. The increasing global population amplifies the demand for food and energy.

Are vertically placed solar panels suitable for shade-intolerant crops?

Vertically placed Bifacial PV, transparent, and semitransparent tilted PVs can be suitable for shade-intolerant crops whereas opaque PVs are appropriate for shade-tolerant crops. The knowledge gap between various stakeholders such as solar PV researchers, agricultural researchers, and land users needs to be more rigorous.

What are the application modes of photovoltaic agriculture?

There are several main application modes of photovoltaic agriculture such as photovoltaic agricultural greenhouse, photovoltaic breeding, photovoltaic wastewater purification, photovoltaic water pumping and new type rural solar power station.