Introducing agrivoltaic systems and examining their conditions

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Document Type : Review Paper

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1 Department of Energy Systems Engineering, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, K.N. Toosi University of Technology, Tehran, Iran.

2 Renewable Energy Research Department, Niroo Research Institute (NRI), Tehran, Iran.

3 Department of Energy System Engineering, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, K.N. Toosi University of Technology, Tehran, Iran

10.22059/ses.2025.394287.1140

Abstract

Energy supply has been one of the most basic needs of mankind throughout history. The way of obtaining energy is closely related to the civilization and technological progress of society. Currently, considering factors such as population growth and limited land for agriculture, along with energy security and cost considerations, a solution has been proposed as agrivoltaic systems; this system is a strategy for the co-location of renewable energies, agricultural products and livestock. For a product to enter global markets, superiority in technological development and efficiency are decisive factors; therefore, in agrivoltaic systems, in addition to focusing on energy management, special attention is also paid to crop management (crop and water). A systematic irrigation system is also needed to prevent damage to the solar panel structure. In summary, agrivoltaic systems aim to increase the efficiency of solar and crop farms by reducing the effects of global warming and meeting food-energy-water security. Pricing, efficiency, and domestic production of solar panels are among the key challenges and future research directions that require further investigation. This study discusses the general aspects of agrivoltaic systems.

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Journal of sustainable Energy Systems

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript
Available Online from 23 July 2025

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