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AGRIVOLTAIC SOLAR POWER PLANT
What is agrivoltaic ?
Agrivoltaic is a concept that combines agricultural activity and electricity production from a solar power plant on the same land. The innovative agrivoltaic solar power plant solutions offered by GDS SOLE ITALIE involve installing photovoltaic panels on agricultural land to benefit livestock and crops, over a minimum surface area of 20 hectares. This involves creating a real agricultural co-activity on the site, in coordination with the farmer. The agricultural project is thus at the heart of the agrivoltaic project!
How does agrivoltaic work ?
GDS SOLE ITALIE is committed to the agricultural sector and adapts its photovoltaic solar power plant solutions to the needs of a farm. The density, orientation, height, mounting, and technology of the photovoltaic solar panels are meticulously studied to perfectly match each farmer’s agricultural project.
The spacing between the photovoltaic panel arrays is designed to create shade, promoting the well-being of livestock and better grass growth by creating microclimates, while also allowing for the passage of agricultural machinery between the rows of solar panels for simple soil work.
Why implement an agrivoltaic solution ?
Agrivoltaics represents a real opportunity for farmers to sustain their activities. An agrivoltaic solar project guarantees additional income, enhances land with lower agronomic potential, and provides adaptation to climate change. Farmers thus participate in the energy transition as key players in renewable energy.
Agrivoltaic also helps farmers diversify their agricultural activities and supports them in transitioning their agricultural practices through the supplementary income provided by the long-term installation of a solar power plant.
What is the cost of installing an agrivoltaic solar power plant ?
The cost of an agrivoltaic solar power plant depends on various factors (studies, the cost of the connection to the public electricity grid, area, type of agrivoltaic technology installations, etc.) and includes the cost of necessary materials and implementation by professionals.
Installing an agrivoltaic solar power plant represents a significant long-term investment. GDS SOLE ITALIE covers the entire cost. GDS SOLE ITALIE invests in and for agriculture!
The steps of a ground-mounted photovoltaic solar power plant project
With its expertise in solar energy and industry experience, GDS SOLE ITALIE manages the entire process of developing a ground-mounted photovoltaic solar power plant project, from development to the operation of the project, covering all costs with perfect control of the entire value chain.