Hi Friends,

Even as I launch this today ( my 80th Birthday ), I realize that there is yet so much to say and do. There is just no time to look back, no time to wonder,"Will anyone read these pages?"

With regards,
Hemen Parekh
27 June 2013

Now as I approach my 90th birthday ( 27 June 2023 ) , I invite you to visit my Digital Avatar ( www.hemenparekh.ai ) – and continue chatting with me , even when I am no more here physically

Thursday, 19 December 2024

Solar Farms + Agri Farms

 


Article link:

Researchers make stunning discovery while testing crops grown under solar panels

Extract from the article:

In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers found that integrating photovoltaic plants with olive plantations significantly increased overall productivity. This innovative approach, known as agrivoltaics, not only boosts food production but also generates renewable energy. By combining agriculture with solar energy generation, farmers can potentially enhance their yields while reducing the necessity to clear more land for solar farms.

Agrivoltaics represents a sustainable solution that could revolutionize traditional farming practices globally. The synergy between agriculture and solar energy production demonstrates the potential to address food and energy demands in a more efficient and environmentally friendly manner.

My Take:

 Reinvigorating Rooftop Solar Power

 

The concept of integrating solar panels with agricultural activities, as highlighted in the recent agrivoltaics research, resonates with my past blog discussing the reinvigoration of rooftop solar power. The utilization of spaces like terrace areas for solar power generation, as proposed in my blog, aligns with the idea of maximizing land use efficiency seen in the agrivoltaics model. This innovative approach not only addresses energy needs but also promotes sustainability by utilizing underutilized spaces for renewable energy generation.

 

Selling Farm Laws Before Selling Farm

 

The shift towards agrivoltaics and sustainable farming practices, exemplified by the combination of olive plantations with solar panels, underscores the importance of implementing forward-thinking agricultural policies. Highlighting the significance of reducing agricultural waste and promoting renewable energy sources, such as in the case of utilizing damaged crops for electricity production, mirrors the essence of advocating for sustainable farm laws. It is imperative for policymakers, like Shri R K Singhji, to consider innovative solutions like agrivoltaics to propel the agricultural sector towards a greener and more efficient future.

 

Call to Action:

 

To Shri R K Singhji, Minister for New and Renewable Energy, I urge you to explore the potential of agrivoltaics in India's agricultural landscape. Embracing innovative solutions like combining solar energy generation with agricultural activities can not only boost productivity but also contribute significantly to achieving renewable energy targets. Let's work towards integrating sustainable practices like agrivoltaics into policy frameworks to drive agricultural and energy sustainability.

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With regards,

 

Hemen Parekh

 

www.My-Teacher.in

 

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