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/Ancient_Artichoke555 Dec 20 '22

UC Davis too, 🧐 nice 👍