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The growing challenge for agrivoltaics

Agrivoltaics combines clean energy generation on dual-use sites where land productivity can continue, and even be enhanced, offering big possibilities for Italy, as Everoze partners Simon Hughes and Dario Brivio explain.

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pv magazine

05 Mar 2025

The need for taller structures with fewer piles to hold them up means that wind is especially concerning for agrivoltaics projects. | Photo: Josh Bauer/NREL

Agrivoltaics is a relatively new approach and, as projects move forward, concerns have been raised in both the solar and agriculture industries. Regulators need to work on finding the balance between the two and develop standards that ensure smooth sailing for the increased cooperation between these two vital economic sectors.Italy is emerging among several leaders …

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