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Barriers to agri-PV identified
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Dual-use of land is highly popular - among farmers as well as investors and project developers. Germany has its own support for this. But as well conceived as the approach is, it is poorly implemented. Now there is a policy paper in which the obstacles have all been summarised.
The technical possibilities for the combined use of land for food and electricity production can be found in our specials, published by the editors of PV Europe together with the DLG. This and other topics related to the decentralised supply of green energy to farms will be one central focus at the next Agritechnica, which will take place from 12 to 18 November 2023.
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Obstacles continue to slow down agri-PV in Germany
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With agri-PV, food and solar power are produced simultaneously on agricultural land. The amendment to the German Renewable Energy Sources Act 2023 generally promotes the technology. However, some corrections are needed quickly to accelerate the promotion of this innovative technology.
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Commerzbank finances huge agriphotovoltaic plant near Berlin
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The Agriphotovoltaic plant will produce electricity for about 19,000 households, while agricultural use of the land remains possible. It is Commerzbank's entry into the segment.
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Goldbeck Solar moves forward with community solar farms
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Goldbeck Solar is working with the Alternative Resource Energy Authority to build community solar farms in Berwick, Antigonish and Mahone Bay (Nova Scotia) with a total capacity of 9 MW.
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Make a note in the diary: Next Agritechnica takes place in November 2023
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The next trade fair for agricultural machinery and smart farming is already planned. It will take place from 12 to 18 November 2023. One of the central focal points will be the use of solar energy on the farm as well as on the fields. Here, exhibitors meet an eager audience.
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Webinar March 16, 2023: Battery Energy Storage Systems: Worth the hype?
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Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) of all sizes are an important pillar of the energy transition. They can store surplus solar and wind power and make it available when needed. In this way, BESS can help keep power grids stable. In addition, peak-shaving, frequency regulation or other ancillary services open up new business models.
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How to activate agricultural areas to produce solar electricity
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The use of agricultural land for additional electricity production with photovoltaics is gaining more and more attention. Our current special shows how farmers can refine their land with solar energy. It is available to download for free.
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BayWa r.e.: 4 new „fruitvoltaic“ pilot projects
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BayWa r.e. accelerates Agri-PV research with four new pilot projects in the Netherlands, Austria and Germany. These “fruitvoltaic” systems combine food and solar energy production on the same land and aim to improve fruit quality through research on plant health, growth and production, while reducing waste due to plastic foil.
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Kenya: Solar drying and solar-powered ice production
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Fraunhofer ISE handed over a solar plant for dying and ice production to local fishermen and farmers in Kenya.
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Donating photovoltaic installations for Ukrainian schools and hospitals
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The cooperation aims at protecting schools and hospitals from power supply interruptions caused by ongoing missile attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Both organizations are looking for partners to contribute to two programs, in which 150 institutions are to be equipped with solar and storage solutions.
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| INTERVIEW-TIPS FROM THE EDITORS |
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Franz-Josef Feilmeier of Fenecon: „Don‘t be afraid of C&I storage solutions“
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Energy prices are skyrocketing. Now is the time for solar self sufficiency. For commercial use there are some more opportunities by bigger storage systems for solar energy. They buffer the consumption and diminish the costs for grid connection, as Franz-Josef Feilmeier explains. He is founder and CEO of Fenecon.
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Katharina David of K2 Systems: "Digital services are becoming increasingly important"
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When installing solar modules, the following applies: as simple as possible, as solid as possible. Katharina David, CEO of K2 Systems, tells us how roof-based installation can be made even more effective.
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Torsten Sieker of Phoenix Contact: All sectors interconnected
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PV Guided Tours: Phoenix Contact offers many innovative products for feed-in and storing solar power as well as charging technology for e-mobility. These solutions bring the sectors of the energy transition together and accelerate the expansion of renewable energies.
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Martin Hackl of Fronius: Full self-sufficiency through 24 hours of sun and hydrogen
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CEO talk: 24 hours of sun - Self-sufficient supply with solar power, storage batteries and hydrogen is possible and feasible. We are finding out what innovations are available for this from Martin Hackl, Global Director of the Business Unit Solar Energy of Fronius International.
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Erich Merkle of GridParity: Powerful solar modules for many applications – made in Europe
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CEO talk: High quality, tailor-made products: European manufacturers of solar modules can hold their own against the competition from Asia. If they address specific market segments and customer groups that want more than mass-produced goods. From Dr Erich Merkle, CEO of GridParity AG, we learn how this works.
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