Agri-PV – Land use and solar energy
Agri-PV System
Pan & Artemis
Discover the future of agriculture with Agri-PV!
The innovative integration of photovoltaic systems combines agricultural
land with electricity production.
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Frequently asked questions
Cost reduction for farms by generating renewable solar power for their own consumption
High level of acceptance among the population and politicians, especially in comparison to traditional ground-mounted systems
Module orientation in east-west or south possible combined with simple installation thanks to mobile design
Promotion of biodiversity through flower strips with simultaneous energy production
Are you interested in customized Agri-PV solutions and looking for a professional partner for your projects? Get in touch with us!
Advantages of our Agri-PV systems
Technical information PAN Agri-PV system
- Category II: Cultivation between the APV system rows (close to the ground,
vertical elevation) - Module orientation in east-west or south possible
- Simple installation thanks to modular design
- Flexible row spacing depending on project-specific working widths
- Removable anchoring method thanks to soil-friendly pile-driving of the T.Werk
substructure - Can be adapted to different terrain inclinations
- Metallurgically shielded cable routing on profiles and crossbars
- Efficient floor cabling
Advantages of the PAN Agri-PV system
- For Agri-PV but also for private and commercial use
- All common bifacial module types can be used
- Rows of any length are possible
- Wind protection and erosion control
- Grid-friendly electricity generation (with east-west orientation) in the
off-peak hours → better utilization of the electricity grid means lower
grid expansion costs and ultimately lower economic costs and
fewer resources required for the energy transition - It is possible to bunker the combine harvester above the module rows
- PAN is adapted to the terrain in terraces by means of perforations
- Thanks to the innovative plug-in system, modules can be installed by just one person
Technical information ARTEMIS Agri-PV System
- Category I: Cultivation under the APV system (elevation with a clear
height of at least 2.10 m) - Module orientation in east-west or south possible
- Simple installation thanks to modular design
- Flexible row spacing and clearance height depending on project-specific
working widths and crop type - Removable anchoring method thanks to soil-friendly pile-driving of the T.Werk
substructure - Can be adapted to different terrain inclinations
- Metallurgically shielded cable routing on profiles and crossbars
- Efficient floor cabling
Advantages of the ARTEMIS Agri-PV system
- Rainwater collection system and integrated irrigation concept
- Certified double-glazed modules in accordance with EN12600 for overhead installation
- System is adapted to the given wind and snow loads
- Protection against the weather: Additional benefit through protection against storm, hail,
frost and drought damage and thus protection against crop failure - Humus build-up (carbon farming) and simultaneous reduction of
fertilizer consumption - Use of the PV substructure for protective nets or films
- Control of the quality and harvest time of agricultural products (delayed ripening, sugar storage, reduction of plant diseases)
General Agri-PV advantages
- Promotion of biodiversity through flower strips or borders with shrubs
- Efficient land use: APV enables the simultaneous use of land for
food production and energy generation. By installing
solar panels over agricultural land, land use
can be optimized without affecting valuable arable land - High acceptance among the population and politicians, especially in comparison to traditional FFA → Reduction of land use conflicts
- Contributing to climate protection by reducing CO2 emissions
- Regional value creation and promotion of rural development
- Reducing costs for farms by generating renewable
solar power for decentralized self-consumption
What is agrivoltaics (agri-PV, APV)?
Agri-PV enables the simultaneous use of an area for agricultural cultivation and energy generation. In Germany, the core requirements (land loss, agricultural use and minimum yield, light availability, etc.) for Agri-PV are defined by the two (preliminary) standards DIN SPEC 91434 and DIN SPEC 91492.
What advantages does Agri-PV offer?
Agri-PV is regarded as a key technology for tackling multiple challenges such as climate change, rising energy costs and the need for efficient land use. It protects against weather influences and weather extremes, contributes to the sustainability of agricultural operations by generating emission-free electricity, enables dual land use and makes a significant contribution to the energy transition and CO2 reduction.
What types of Agri-PV systems are there?
DIN SPEC 91434 and DIN SPEC 91492 define basic criteria for agri-PV systems in Germany. The aim is to ensure that agricultural use remains sustainable, economically viable and predominantly maintained. The standards distinguish between two types of APV systems: High-mounted category I systems allow agricultural use under the modules. Category II APV systems close to the ground allow cultivation between the rows.
What is your experience with Agri-PV?
Many of the agri-PV systems that are currently in operation nationally and internationally are being scientifically monitored. Various data is collected, for example on the impact on agricultural products, the efficiency of APV systems and social acceptance. Depending on the respective location, the type of crop and the respective funding policy, the results prove the successful application of agrivoltaics in vegetable and fruit cultivation, wheat and aquaculture worldwide.
What framework conditions influence the implementation of Agri-PV?
The implementation of agri-PV systems in Germany is influenced by a number of legal and political framework conditions (EU direct payments, EEG, privileged treatment, attribution to agricultural and forestry assets, etc.). In recent years, these have been adjusted in such a way as to favor the expansion of agrivoltaics.
What is the social acceptance of Agri-PV?
The social acceptance of agri-PV is high under certain conditions. The agricultural use of the land must be recognizable, citizens and municipalities should benefit directly from the APV system and it should create ecological added value. When communicated transparently, agri-PV is perceived as a benefit for agriculture and the region.
Planning | Design | Consulting
We are happy to support you in your project planning with our expertise in the following areas:
- Consulting
- On site inspection
- Mounting variants
- Create plans & drawings
- Module assignment
- Shading calculation
- String planning
Statics | Soil expertise
Especially for Agri-PV & conventional open space projects, we offer the preparation of structural and soil reports.
- Statics report
- Wind suction calculation
- Snow load expertise
- Acceptance certificate
- Damage survey
Assembly & erection
We bring you together with strong partners in photovoltaics. Our experts are very familiar with our substructure for Agri-PV. We support you with:
- Pile driving
- Rack mounting
- Module assembly
- Provision Manitou, wheel loader, Bobcat
- Site equipment
- DC mounting
- Refurbishment
- Fence construction
Individual assembly solutions
With us you can choose from a wide range of products. Open spaces, landfills, foil roofs, green roofs, trapezoidal roofs, tile roofs, seam roofs, facade... We have a solution for everything. If something doesn't fit, it will be made to fit.
Quick assembly
Our mounting systems are child's play to assemble and require virtually no training time. With our products, you become more efficient on the construction site and can use your capacities wisely. Because time is your most valuable asset.
High quality, safe & inexpensive
Support in any matter
We not only provide you with sophisticated assembly systems, but also with services tailored to your individual needs so that you can concentrate on your core processes. This is where we contribute our many years of experience and our professional network.
Quality & Effectiveness
12 years product warranty
Safety is our top priority. Our systems are put through their paces. Our flat roof mounting system TRITON was tested, for example, in the wind tunnel at the I.F.I in Aachen. Upon request, you will receive project-specific, verifiable structural calculations. You have a 12-year guarantee on our products.
Are you planning a solar park and looking for a reliable partner for ground-mounted systems? Contact us and our experts will get back to you as soon as possible!
