Agrivoltaics Meets Strip Farming
Today, I would like to share an article that speaks to the advantages of agrivoltaics for strip farming. Not sure if you read my previous blog, where I spoke about the concept and implementation of Agrivoltaics on Jack’s Farm?
In the Netherlands, research is being conducted to see if there is a symbiotic relationship between agrivoltaics and strip farming! Check out the… Continue reading
Large Solar Farm in Ahrensfelde, GermanySolar farms are in focus within Think Greener’s sustainable spotlight! So, what is a solar farm? They cover a large area of land typically in a rural setting and the solar panels are ground mounted, different than rooftop solar. The largest of the solar farms typically provide power to utilities rather than local grids and can range from 10MW to more than 200MW. It’s estimated that 25 acers of land will produce 5 MW, enough power needed for 1,500 houses.
Solar farms have a great return on their investment and are one of the best solutions to help reduce carbon emissions that contribute to global warming. It’s a simple way of generating clean renewable energy in a safe manner,… Continue reading
Solar on Top of Train, India!I can’t hear the Solar powered train coming down the tracks! Yes, that’s right… you read it correctly! Soon diesel locomotives will be a thing of the past, replaced by locomotives of the future running 100% on solar power.
The Solar Train Team in Sonoma, California is working towards creating an 80ft train powered 100% by solar, and travel at speeds up to 65 mph by 2022! Currently, India has implemented solar panels on their trains to power auxiliary needs such as fans, A/C, and lights. This solution alone, is estimated to save 5,547 gallons of diesel fuel each year, equivalent to $20,000 in fuel saving per train.
Another opportunity for solar to help decarbonize the railway systems is… Continue reading
The Netherlands is researching new solutions to help solar parks have a positive impact on the land underneath. Solar parks are installed and designed to last for about 25 years. As a result of this process the reduction of sunlight has negative effects on the soil below.
Check out this article and learn about two new solutions being tested in the Netherlands that provide a 77% ground cover ratio for crops and almost 100% of the soil receives sufficient sunlight at a higher degree of coverage.
The Netherlands is definitely Thinking Greener!
Netherlands Thinking Greener