What is agrisolar?

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Agrisolar refers to co-developing the same area of land for both solar power and agriculture. Agrisolar involves integrating solar projects with agricultural activities, such as grazing sheep under solar panels, to create mutually beneficial outcomes. 

Increased land-use efficiency

 Agrisolar enables farmers to generate both food and energy on the same land, maximising the productivity of available space. 

Enhanced financial resilience

 By producing solar energy without sacrificing agricultural land, farmers gain an additional revenue stream that helps diversify income, particularly during periods of low crop or pasture yields or challenging seasons. 

Improved agricultural protection

 Solar panels can enhance animal welfare and pasture health by providing shade during hot conditions, reducing heat stress and limiting soil moisture loss. They also offer shelter for sheep during harsh weather. 

Greater sustainability

Agrisolar supports the transition to renewable energy, reducing dependence on fossil fuels and lowering the carbon footprint of agricultural operations.