How does agrivoltaics work?

Agrivoltaics involves the installation of solar panels on agricultural land incorporating pastoral and/or crop farming activities between the rows of structures supporting the panels. The system can also be fitted with environmental sensors which work to facilitate digitalization practices and precision agriculture.

How to submit an application to Enel Green Power for the construction of an agrivoltaic plant on your land?

To submit an application to Enel Green Power for a potential feasibility study on the use of your land for a photovoltaic and/or agrivoltaic initiative, please fill in the required form here, specifying the exact location and dimensions of the site. Our team of experts will evaluate the eligibility of the site for the construction of a photovoltaic plant and may contact you regarding a business proposal.

What can be cultivated under photovoltaic panels?

In general, the crops that reap the most benefits from the synergy with photovoltaic systems are limited height crops, such as forage crops (corn, barley, oats, alfalfa, clover, etc.), herbs (like rosemary and sage), vegetables (like peppers, eggplants and zucchini), short fruit-bearing plants (like strawberries), and succulent plants (like aloe vera for cosmetics or pharmaceutical uses). Tests have shown an increase in yield of between 20% and 60%. Furthermore, forage, aromatic and medicinal plants create a suitable habitat for pollinating insects, which make a vital contribution to the safeguarding of biodiversity.

Does agrivoltaics lend itself to livestock farming?

Yes, absolutely. For example, it’s possible to facilitate projects which include the raising of sheep within the perimeter of the agrivoltaic parks, as is happening at our photovoltaic parks in Los Naranjos and Las Corchas, in Spain.

Agrivoltaics: benefits of agriculture and solar energy

All the benefits of agrivoltaics

The energy transition to sources of clean energy generation also provides an opportunity to minimize the effects of the climate crisis on agriculture, safeguard biodiversity and foster new opportunities for the active involvement of local people and businesses. Such is the case for agrivoltaics, a new frontier for renewable energy.