Agri-PV Advancement in France: Sun’Agri and RWE Establish Strategic Partnership

Agri-PV Advancement in France: Sun’Agri and RWE Establish Strategic Partnership

(IN BRIEF) Sun’Agri and RWE have formed a strategic partnership to advance the development of agricultural photovoltaics (Agri-PV) in France. Agri-PV combines agriculture and renewable energy by placing solar panels above crops to protect them from climate change effects. Sun’Agri’s patented technology, already deployed on numerous farms in France, uses algorithms to adjust the solar panel tilt based on sunlight needs and weather conditions. The partnership aims to support the implementation of integrated solutions for growing fruits, vegetables, and wine. RWE, a major player in renewable energies, reinforces its commitment to solar energy and the energy transition through this collaboration.

(PRESS RELEASE) ESSEN, 3-Jul-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — RWE AG (ETR: RWE), a German multinational energy company, and Sun’Agri, a leading agricultural photovoltaics (Agri-PV) company, have joined forces in a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating Agri-PV projects in France. The partnership will focus on integrating agricultural benefits with green electricity production, particularly in the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, and wine.

Agri-PV utilizes mobile solar panels positioned above crops to shield them from climate change impacts. These solar panels are equipped with custom-designed algorithms that dynamically adjust their tilt to optimize sunlight exposure and mitigate losses caused by extreme weather events like frost, hail, or heatwaves. The technology has already been successfully deployed on over twenty farms in France, supporting various crop types and benefiting farmers directly. Sun’Agri’s ongoing projects extend to international locations as well.

Sun’Agri remains committed to making its technology accessible to facilitate agricultural transitions and adaptation strategies in the face of climate change. The company aims to accelerate the deployment of Agri-PV in regions and crops most affected by climate-related challenges.

As the fourth-largest onshore wind and solar power producer in Europe and the United States, RWE brings extensive expertise to the partnership. With over 200 employees in France and localized offices near project areas, RWE emphasizes its commitment to solar energy and supporting the energy transition through the implementation of intelligent Agri-PV solutions.

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SOURCE: RWE AG