Renewable Energy in Agriculture
Agrivoltaics is an innovative practice that combines agricultural production with solar energy generation. It involves installing photovoltaic panels over agricultural land so that cultivation and energy production can occur simultaneously.
This approach not only generates clean energy but also protects crops from extreme weather conditions, improves land use efficiency and can increase biodiversity. Agrivoltaics is considered a sustainable solution to increase renewable energy production without compromising valuable agricultural land.
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Renewable energy production:
It generates clean solar energy, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and the fight against climate change.
The panels provide shade, reducing water stress on plants and improving agricultural yields in hot and dry conditions.
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Efficient use of land:
It allows a dual use of the land, combining agriculture and energy, thus optimizing the available resources.
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Increase in biodiversity:
Diversification of land use can encourage more varied habitats for wildlife.
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Reduction of ground heat and resistance to extreme weather events:
It helps keep the soil cooler, potentially increasing the variety of crops that can be grown.
It provides some protection to crops from hail, excessive rain and frost.
These benefits highlight the potential of agrivoltaics as a sustainable solution for modern agriculture and energy production.
