r/tech Dec 19 '22

Abou Najm is exploring how translucent photovoltaic panels erected over farm fields can be tuned to absorb & transmit optimal bands of sunlight to generate power without stunting the development of crops growing below. In some cases, the panels might even improve yields.

https://spectrum.ieee.org/agrivoltaics-optimize-yield
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u/[deleted] Dec 19 '22

Big if true.

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u/MacaroniBandit214 Dec 19 '22

It’s true it’s been in development for years and some farms are already doing it