Solar Investors Guide #8: Agri-PV for farmers and investors

09/01/2025 | Print view

Podcast (German): Valuable agricultural land can serve two purposes: as pasture or arable land and for generating clean solar power. Stephan Schindele, head of the agri-PV business unit at BayWa r.e., explains the advantages these systems offer farmers – and where the pitfalls lie.

Our podcast guest also discusses how agricultural change and the energy transition are interconnected. The range of technical solutions is wide, with practical applications that can deliver clear benefits for both farmers and investors.

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