Assessing the Viability of Conventional Agriculture Practices within Solar Farm Environments
Description
The fundamental aim of this review is to inform readers about the active implementation of Agrivoltaics in the United States and various other nations. This innovative approach within traditional farming practices is proving its sustainability and potential profitability through successful practical applications. Its viability depends on the region, the specific crops cultivated, or the animals raised on the farm. Additionally, there is widespread scientific agreement that the acceleration of human-induced climate change constitutes a crucial global challenge, evident in escalating temperatures, rising sea levels, and the occurrence of catastrophic extreme weather events. These new practices could assist in reducing agricultural effects on greenhouse gas emissions in addition to other efforts that are currently underway. Transitioning from fossil fuels to solar energy offers a solution to combat climate change, but it is important to acknowledge that solar energy development presents its own set of challenges. While it is possible to mitigate many of the adverse environmental effects associated with solar energy development, some of the suggested mitigation techniques may be easier said than done. The goal of this report is to explore whether ground-mounted solar development on agricultural land can be made compatible with protecting land for food, feed, and fiber production, improving soil health, and increasing farm operation profitability (Makhijani, 2021)