Agri-PV proves value in both harvests and power

07/11/2025 | Print view

Apples flourishing under semi-transparent solar panels. — © Fraunhofer ISE

Apples flourishing under semi-transparent solar panels.

The practice of producing solar energy and food on the same land is gaining traction across Europe. Our weekly focus from 14–17 July explores the latest developments.

A few years ago, agri-PV was still considered an absolute niche application in Europe, mostly within research and pilot projects. That has changed – projects up to a double-digit megawatt range are now being realized allover Europe.

Solar energy by farmers, for farmers

For more on this topic, don't miss our daily focus on Agri-PV from 14–17 July at 18:00, Monday to Thursday. (hcn)

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It is not only on the roofs of farms that solar modules find plenty of space. Farmers can also harvest twice from their arable land. — © Redtherm

Activating agricultural areas for solar electricity production

Agrosolar uses only renewable raw materials for its substructures. — © Agrosolar.fibr

Agrosolar Europe and Fibr have developed an agri-PV system with natural materials

© Timo Jaworr/Baywa AG

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Uniper solarpark Aton-1 in Hungary — © © Uniper

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La dolce installazione – solar meets style in the Italian countryside. — © i-Pergola

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