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What is the primary purpose of agrivoltaics?
What is the primary purpose of agrivoltaics?
- To combine solar power generation with agricultural practices (correct)
- To create urban gardens in metropolitan areas
- To replace traditional farming methods entirely
- To increase land degradation for better crop yields
Which factor is NOT mentioned as a variable that influences the choice of agrivoltaic array type?
Which factor is NOT mentioned as a variable that influences the choice of agrivoltaic array type?
- Crop type
- Sun exposure
- Climate
- Soil nutrition (correct)
What benefit do plants receive from the solar panels in rooftop agrivoltaic systems?
What benefit do plants receive from the solar panels in rooftop agrivoltaic systems?
- Protection from harsh rooftop conditions (correct)
- Increased sunlight exposure
- Free access to water supplies
- Enhanced soil health
How does transpiration from plants contribute to agrivoltaic systems?
How does transpiration from plants contribute to agrivoltaic systems?
What is one major advantage of establishing agrivoltaic systems on rooftops?
What is one major advantage of establishing agrivoltaic systems on rooftops?
What roles do urban populations have in supporting rooftop agrivoltaic systems?
What roles do urban populations have in supporting rooftop agrivoltaic systems?
Which aspect of agrivoltaics is still considered to be in its infancy?
Which aspect of agrivoltaics is still considered to be in its infancy?
What can be a consequence of global urban population growth regarding food sourcing?
What can be a consequence of global urban population growth regarding food sourcing?
Flashcards
Agrivoltaics
Agrivoltaics
A combined system of solar panels and agricultural practices, optimizing land use and supporting both solar power and agriculture.
Agrivoltaic Array Types
Agrivoltaic Array Types
Different configurations for combining solar and agricultural practices, varying by region, crops, and other factors.
Rooftop Agrivoltaics
Rooftop Agrivoltaics
Combining solar panels (photovoltaics) and food production on rooftops (e.g. green roofs, edible plants).
Synergy of Rooftop Agrivoltaics
Synergy of Rooftop Agrivoltaics
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Shade from Solar Modules
Shade from Solar Modules
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Transpiration Cooling
Transpiration Cooling
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Urban Food Resilience
Urban Food Resilience
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Study Notes
Agrivoltaics
- Agrivoltaics combines solar panels with agriculture, creating a symbiotic relationship
- Maximizes land use efficiency
- Variables impacting design: climate, crop type, sun exposure, agricultural practices, available space
Agrivoltaic Array Types
- Multiple approaches exist, no single "best" method
- Decisions depend on specific factors
- Factors include climate, crops, sun exposure, existing agricultural practices, space availability
Rooftop Agrivoltaic Research
- Combines solar panels and food production on rooftops
- Syngeries between green roofs and rooftop solar are well-documented
- Plants benefit from solar panel shade, panels perform better on warmer days due to cooling from plant transpiration
- An emerging concept, not yet fully explored on rooftops
- Rooftop agrivoltaics helps urban resilience in times of crisis with local food sources
- Onsite renewable energy reduces dependence on non-renewable sources
Synergies of Rooftop Agrivoltaics
- Shade: Raised solar modules provide shade to plants, protecting from harsh conditions
- Transpiration: Plant transpiration cools solar panels, increasing efficiency, especially in the summer
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