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Table of Contents
1.1 Trends: Current and Future Impact Assessment
1.1.1 Potential for Rural Electric Vehicle Charging
1.1.2 Increasing Demand for Renewable Energy
1.2 Supply Chain Overview
1.2.1 Value Chain Analysis
1.3 Research and Development Review
1.3.1 Patent Filing Trend (by Company)
1.3.2 Patent Filing Trend (by Country)
1.4 Regulatory Landscape
1.5 Market Dynamics Overview
1.5.1 Market Drivers
1.5.1.1 Dual-Revenue Streams for Farmers
1.5.1.2 Agrivoltaics as a Sustainable Solution for Agriculture
1.5.2 Market Restraints
1.5.2.1 High Installation Costs
1.5.2.2 Limited Compatibility to Certain Crops
1.5.3 Market Opportunities
1.5.3.1 Reduced Emissions through Improved Farm Electrification
1.5.3.2 Increased Government Initiatives to Boost R&D in Agrivoltaics
2.1 Key Applications of Agrivoltaics
2.2 Case Studies
2.2.1 Sustainable Energy Integration through Agrivoltaics - Los Naranjos and Las Corchas Photovoltaic Plants
2.2.1.1 Challenge
2.2.1.2 Solution
2.2.1.3 Outcome
2.2.1.4 Analysis
2.2.2 Optimizing Crop Growth and Solar Energy Generation through Agrivoltaics at ARDEC South, Fort Collins
2.2.2.1 Challenge
2.2.2.2 Solution
2.2.2.3 Outcome
2.2.2.4 Analysis
3.1 Product Segmentation
3.2 Global Agrivoltaics Market (by Product)
3.2.1 By Array Configuration
3.2.1.1 Fixed
3.2.1.2 Single-Axis Tracking
3.2.2 By Photovoltaic Technology
3.2.2.1 Monofacial Solar Panels
3.2.2.2 Bifacial Solar Panels
3.2.2.3 Translucent Photovoltaic Technology
3.2.2.4 Others
3.2.3 By Site of Installation
3.2.3.1 Grassland Farming
3.2.3.2 Horticulture and Arable Farming
3.2.3.3 Indoor Farming
3.2.3.4 Pollinator Habitat
4.1 Regional Summary
4.2 North America
4.2.1 Regional Overview
4.2.2 Driving Factors for Market Growth
4.2.3 Factors Challenging the Market
4.2.4 Product
4.2.5 U.S.
4.2.6 Canada
4.3 Europe
4.3.1 Regional Overview
4.3.2 Driving Factors for Market Growth
4.3.3 Factors Challenging the Market
4.3.4 Product
4.3.5 France
4.3.6 Germany
4.3.7 Spain
4.3.8 U.K.
4.3.9 Italy
4.3.10 Rest-of-Europe
4.4 Asia-Pacific
4.4.1 Regional Overview
4.4.2 Driving Factors for Market Growth
4.4.3 Factors Challenging the Market
4.4.4 Product
4.4.5 China
4.4.6 India
4.4.7 Japan
4.4.8 South Korea
4.4.9 Rest-of-Asia-Pacific
4.5 Rest-of-the-World
4.5.1 Regional Overview
4.5.2 Driving Factors for Market Growth
4.5.3 Factors Challenging the Market
4.5.4 Product
4.5.5 Brazil
4.5.6 South Africa
4.5.7 Other
5.1 Next Frontiers
5.2 Geographic Assessment
5.2.1 Jinko Solar
5.2.1.1 Overview
5.2.1.2 Top Project Portfolio
5.2.1.3 Top Competitors
5.2.1.4 Target Customers
5.2.1.5 Key Personnel
5.2.1.6 Analyst View
5.2.1.7 Market Share, 2023
5.2.2 Invenergy
5.2.2.1 Overview
5.2.2.2 Top Project Portfolio
5.2.2.3 Top Competitors
5.2.2.4 Target Customers
5.2.2.5 Key Personnel
5.2.2.6 Analyst View
5.2.2.7 Market Share, 2023
5.2.3 Nextracker Inc.
5.2.3.1 Overview
5.2.3.2 Top Project Portfolio
5.2.3.3 Top Competitors
5.2.3.4 Target Customers
5.2.3.5 Key Personnel
5.2.3.6 Analyst View
5.2.3.7 Market Share, 2023
5.2.4 First Solar
5.2.4.1 Overview
5.2.4.2 Top Project Portfolio
5.2.4.3 Top Competitors
5.2.4.4 Target Customers
5.2.4.5 Key Personnel
5.2.4.6 Analyst View
5.2.4.7 Market Share, 2023
5.2.5 Iqony Solar Energy Solutions
5.2.5.1 Overview
5.2.5.2 Top Project Portfolio
5.2.5.3 Top Competitors
5.2.5.4 Target Customers
5.2.5.5 Key Personnel
5.2.5.6 Analyst View
5.2.5.7 Market Share, 2023
5.2.6 BayWa AG
5.2.6.1 Overview
5.2.6.2 Top Project Portfolio
5.2.6.3 Top Competitors
5.2.6.4 Target Customers
5.2.6.5 Key Personnel
5.2.6.6 Analyst View
5.2.6.7 Market Share, 2023
5.2.7 Lightsource
5.2.7.1 Overview
5.2.7.2 Top Project Portfolio
5.2.7.3 Top Competitors
5.2.7.4 Target Customers
5.2.7.5 Key Personnel
5.2.7.6 Analyst View
5.2.7.7 Market Share, 2023
5.2.8 Enel Green Power S.p.A.
5.2.8.1 Overview
5.2.8.2 Top Project Portfolio
5.2.8.3 Top Competitors
5.2.8.4 Target Customers
5.2.8.5 Key Personnel
5.2.8.6 Analyst View
5.2.8.7 Market Share, 2023
5.2.9 Sun’Agri
5.2.9.1 Overview
5.2.9.2 Top Project Portfolio
5.2.9.3 Top Competitors
5.2.9.4 Target Customers
5.2.9.5 Key Personnel
5.2.9.6 Analyst View
5.2.9.7 Market Share, 2023
5.2.10 Trinasolar
5.2.10.1 Overview
5.2.10.2 Top Project Portfolio
5.2.10.3 Top Competitors
5.2.10.4 Target Customers
5.2.10.5 Key Personnel
5.2.10.6 Analyst View
5.2.10.7 Market Share, 2023
5.2.11 Next2Sun AG
5.2.11.1 Overview
5.2.11.2 Top Project Portfolio
5.2.11.3 Top Competitors
5.2.11.4 Target Customers
5.2.11.5 Key Personnel
5.2.11.6 Analyst View
5.2.11.7 Market Share, 2023
5.2.12 SB Energy Corp
5.2.12.1 Overview
5.2.12.2 Top Project Portfolio
5.2.12.3 Top Competitors
5.2.12.4 Target Customers
5.2.12.5 Key Personnel
5.2.12.6 Analyst View
5.2.12.7 Market Share,2023
5.2.13 Boralex Inc.
5.2.13.1 Overview
5.2.13.2 Top Project Portfolio
5.2.13.3 Top Competitors
5.2.13.4 Target Customers
5.2.13.5 Key Personnel
5.2.13.6 Analyst View
5.2.13.7 Market Share,2023
5.2.14 Yingli Solar
5.2.14.1 Overview
5.2.14.2 Top Project Portfolio
5.2.14.3 Top Competitors
5.2.14.4 Target Customers
5.2.14.5 Key Personnel
5.2.14.6 Analyst View
5.2.14.7 Market Share,2023
5.2.15 Berkshire Hathaway Energy
5.2.15.1 Overview
5.2.15.2 Top Project Portfolio
5.2.15.3 Top Competitors
5.2.15.4 Target Customers
5.2.15.5 Key Personnel
5.2.15.6 Analyst View
5.2.15.7 Market Share,2023
6.1 Data Sources
6.1.1 Primary Data Sources
6.1.2 Secondary Data Sources
6.1.3 Data Triangulation
6.2 Market Estimation and Forecast
Table 1: Market Snapshot
Table 2: Opportunities across Regions
Table 3: Recent Initiatives in Agrivoltaics
Table 4: Global Agrivoltaics Market (by Region), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 5: North America Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 6: North America Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 7: North America Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 8: U.S. Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 9: U.S. Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 10: U.S. Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 11: Canada Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 12: Canada Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 13: Canada Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 14: Europe Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 15: Europe Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 16: Europe Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 17: France Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 18: France Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 19: France Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 20: Key Agrivoltaics Projects in Germany
Table 21: Germany Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 22: Germany Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 23: Germany Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 24: Spain Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 25: Spain Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 26: Spain Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 27: U.K. Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 28: U.K. Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 29: U.K. Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 30: Italy Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 31: Italy Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 32: Italy Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 33: Rest-of-Europe Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 34: Rest-of-Europe Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 35: Rest-of-Europe Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 36: Asia-Pacific Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 37: Asia-Pacific Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 38: Asia-Pacific Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 39: China Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 40: China Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 41: China Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 42: India Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 43: India Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 44: India Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 45: Japan Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 46: Japan Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 47: Japan Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 48: Profits Attained from Rice Farming and the Profit from the PV Power
Table 49: South Korea Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 50: South Korea Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 51: South Korea Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 52: Rest-of-Asia-Pacific Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 53: Rest-of-Asia-Pacific Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 54: Rest-of-Asia-Pacific Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 55: Rest-of-the-World Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 56: Rest-of-the-World Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 57: Rest-of-the-World Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 58: Brazil Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 59: Brazil Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 60: Brazil Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 61: South Africa Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 62: South Africa Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 63: South Africa Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 64: Other Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 65: Other Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 66: Other Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2022-2033
Table 67: Market Share, 2022
Figure 1: Agrivoltaics Market (by Region), $Million, 2023, 2026, 2033
Figure 2: Pricing Analysis for Agrivoltaics Market (by Global and Region), $ per KW/h, 2023, 2026, and 2033
Figure 3: Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation), $Million, 2023, 2026, and 2033
Figure 4: Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration), $Million, 2023, 2026, and 2033
Figure 5: Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology), $Million, 2023, 2026, and 2033
Figure 6: Key Events
Figure 7: Supply Chain and Risks within the Supply Chain
Figure 8: Global Agrivoltaics Market (by Company), January 2020-March 2024
Figure 9: Global Agrivoltaics Market (by Country), January 2020-March 2024
Figure 10: Impact Analysis of Market Navigating Factors, 2023-2033
Figure 11: Estimated Average Carbon Emission and Fossil Energy Demand in Agrivoltaics and Conventional Farm
Figure 12: U.S. Agrivoltaics Market, $Million, 2022-2033
Figure 13: Canada Agrivoltaics Market, $Million, 2022-2033
Figure 14: France Agrivoltaics Market, $Million, 2022-2033
Figure 15: Germany Agrivoltaics Market, $Million, 2022-2033
Figure 16: Spain Agrivoltaics Market, $Million, 2022-2033
Figure 17: U.K. Agrivoltaics Market, $Million, 2022-2033
Figure 18: Italy Agrivoltaics Market, $Million, 2022-2033
Figure 19: Rest-of-Europe Agrivoltaics Market, $Million, 2022-2033
Figure 20: China Agrivoltaics Market, $Million, 2022-2033
Figure 21: India Agrivoltaics Market, $Million, 2022-2033
Figure 22: Japan Agrivoltaics Market, $Million, 2022-2033
Figure 23: South Korea Agrivoltaics Market, $Million, 2022-2033
Figure 24: Rest-of-Asia-Pacific Agrivoltaics Market, $Million, 2022-2033
Figure 25: Brazil Agrivoltaics Market, $Million, 2022-2033
Figure 26: South Africa Agrivoltaics Market, $Million, 2022-2033
Figure 27: Other Agrivoltaics Market, $Million, 2022-2033
Figure 28: Strategic Initiatives, 2020-2024
Figure 29: Share of Strategic Initiatives, 2020-2024
Figure 30: Data Triangulation
Figure 31: Top-Down and Bottom-Up Approach
Figure 32: Assumptions and Limitations
Agrivoltaics Market Report Coverage
Agrivoltaics Market |
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Base Year |
2022 |
Market Size in 2023 |
$2,013.8 Million |
Forecast Period |
2023-2033 |
Value Projection and Estimation by 2033 |
$15,871.6 Million |
CAGR During Forecast Period |
22.93% |
Number of Pages |
134 |
Number of Tables | 67 |
Number of Figures |
32 |
Key Market Players and Competition Synopsis
The companies that are profiled have been selected based on inputs gathered from primary experts and analyzing company coverage, product portfolio, and market penetration.
Leading Companies in the Agrivoltaics Market
• Jinko Solar
• Invenergy
• First Solar
• Nextracker Inc.
• Iqony Solar Energy Solutions
• BayWa AG
• Sun’Agri
• Lightsource
• Yingli Solar
• Enel Green Power S.p.A.
• Trinsolar
• Next2Sun AG
• SB Energy Corp
• Boralex Inc.
• Berkshire Hathaway Energy
Companies that are not a part of the aforementioned pool have been well represented across different sections of the report (wherever applicable).
How can this report add value to an organization?
Product/Innovation Strategy: The product segment helps the reader understand the different applications of agrivoltaics products in the market. The market is poised for significant expansion with ongoing technological advancements, increased investments, and growing awareness of the use of agrivoltaics. Therefore, agrivoltaics are a high-investment and high-revenue generating model.
Growth/Marketing Strategy: The global agrivoltaics market is growing at a rapid pace. The market offers enormous opportunities for existing and emerging market players. Some of the strategies covered in this segment are mergers and acquisitions, product launches, partnerships and collaborations, business expansions, and investments. The strategies preferred by companies to maintain and strengthen their market position primarily include partnerships and collaborations.
Competitive Strategy: The key players in the global agrivoltaics market analyzed and profiled in the study include agrivoltaics projects. Additionally, a comprehensive competitive landscape such as partnerships, agreements, and collaborations are expected to aid the reader in understanding the untapped revenue pockets in the market.
Research Methodology
Factors for Data Prediction and Modeling
• The base currency considered for the market analysis is US$. Currencies other than the US$ have been converted to the US$ for all statistical calculations, considering the average conversion rate for that particular year.
• The currency conversion rate has been taken from the historical exchange rate of the Oanda website.
• Nearly all the recent developments from January 2020 to March 2024 have been considered in this research study.
• The information rendered in the report is a result of in-depth primary interviews, surveys, and secondary analysis.
• Where relevant information was not available, proxy indicators and extrapolation were employed.
• Any economic downturn in the future has not been taken into consideration for the market estimation and forecast.
• Technologies currently used are expected to persist through the forecast with no major technological breakthroughs.
Market Estimation and Forecast
This research study involves the usage of extensive secondary sources, such as certified publications, articles from recognized authors, white papers, annual reports of companies, directories, and major databases to collect useful and effective information for an extensive, technical, market-oriented, and commercial study of the global agrivoltaics market.
The process of market engineering involves the calculation of the market statistics, market size estimation, market forecast, market crackdown, and data triangulation (the methodology for such quantitative data processes is explained in further sections). The primary research study has been undertaken to gather information and validate the market numbers for segmentation types and industry trends of the key players in the market.
Primary Research
The primary sources involve industry experts from the global agrivoltaics market and various stakeholders in the ecosystem. Respondents such as CEOs, vice presidents, marketing directors, and technology and innovation directors have been interviewed to obtain and verify both qualitative and quantitative aspects of this research study.
The key data points taken from primary sources include:
• validation and triangulation of all the numbers and graphs
• validation of reports segmentation and key qualitative findings
• understanding the competitive landscape
• validation of the numbers of various markets for market type
• percentage split of individual markets for geographical analysis
Secondary Research
This research study involves the usage of extensive secondary research, directories, company websites, and annual reports. It also makes use of databases, such as Hoovers, Bloomberg, Businessweek, and Factiva, to collect useful and effective information for an extensive, technical, market-oriented, and commercial study of the global market. In addition to the aforementioned data sources, the study has been undertaken with the help of other data sources and websites, such as GFI and the Delft University of Technology.
Secondary research was done in order to obtain crucial information about the industry’s value chain, revenue models, the market’s monetary chain, the total pool of key players, and the current and potential use cases and applications.
The key data points taken from secondary research include:
• segmentations and percentage shares
• data for market value
• key industry trends of the top players of the market
• qualitative insights into various aspects of the market, key trends, and emerging areas of innovation
• quantitative data for mathematical and statistical calculations
Global Agrivoltaics Market Overview
Companies involved in agrivoltaics can capitalize on this trend by investing in innovative technologies, developing partnerships with farmers and solar energy providers, and leveraging government incentives and policies supporting renewable energy. Strategic investments in research and development, along with the establishment of resilient production infrastructure, will be key for companies looking to capitalize on the expanding agrivoltaics market. By embracing these strategies, companies can position themselves as leaders in sustainable energy solutions for agriculture, shaping the future of the global agrivoltaics market and meeting the evolving needs of farmers and energy consumers worldwide.
Market Introduction
The global agrivoltaics market, which integrates solar energy production with agricultural practices, is poised for significant growth in the coming years. The market is valued at $1,768.8 million in 2022. The market is expected to expand rapidly, reaching an estimated $15,871.6 million by the end of 2033. This growth is driven by several factors, including increasing recognition of the benefits of agrivoltaics in enhancing crop yields, reducing water usage, and maximizing land efficiency. Agrivoltaics offers a sustainable and efficient solution for both energy production and agricultural land use, aligning with the global shift toward more environment-friendly practices.
Industrial Impact
The utility-scale solar farms, typically ranging from 1 MW to 2,000 MW, are known to sell their electricity to generate profits for their owners. The installation cost of solar farms usually falls between $0.89 to $1.01 per watt. On average, a 1 MW solar farm can earn around $43,500 annually by selling its electricity to utilities. Landowners who lease their land for solar farms can expect to earn between $250 to $3,000 per acre per year. These findings underscore the economic viability and potential profitability of solar farm investments.
While comparing agrivoltaics to ground-mounted PV plants, researchers have found that agrivoltaics projects tend to be more expensive. This is primarily due to higher costs incurred during the approval process and design limitations, as well as the need for specialized components such as modules, mounting systems, and trackers. For instance, the inclusion of vertical plants or elevated modules to accommodate agricultural machinery underneath can significantly raise costs. The additional expenses for these components are estimated to range from $268.68 to $303.00 per kW for modules and from $90.7 to $240.6 per kW for racks.
Market Segmentation:
Segmentation 1: by Array Configuration
• Fixed
• Single-Axis Tracking
Fixed Array to Dominate the Global Agrivoltaics Market (by Array Configuration)
The fixed array stands out as the leading segment among the various types of array configurations in the global agrivoltaics market, driven by its practicality, cost-effectiveness, and compatibility with agricultural operations. This segment represents a significant portion of agrivoltaics installations worldwide, offering a balance between solar energy generation and agricultural productivity.
One key advantage of fixed arrays is their simplicity and ease of installation, making them a preferred choice for many farmers and solar developers. Unlike tracking systems, fixed arrays do not require complex mechanisms for adjusting the angle of solar panels, reducing maintenance costs and potential points of failure. Furthermore, fixed arrays are well-suited for a variety of agricultural settings, including grassland farming, horticulture, and arable farming, providing flexibility in deployment. Their stationary nature ensures minimal disruption to farming activities, allowing crops to thrive without compromising solar energy generation.
Segmentation 2: by Photovoltaic Technology
• Monofacial Solar Panels
• Bifacial Solar Panels
• Translucent Photovoltaic Technology
• Others
Monofacial Solar Panels Segment to Dominate the Global Agrivoltaics Market (by Photovoltaic Technology)
Monofacial solar panels have emerged as the leadingly adopted photovoltaic technology in the global agrivoltaics market. This trend is driven by several factors, including cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and compatibility with agricultural activities. Monofacial panels are traditional solar panels that absorb sunlight from one side, making them ideal for installations where space is not a constraint.
One recent example highlighting the dominance of monofacial solar panels in agrivoltaics installations is the AgriPV project in the Netherlands, initiated in April 2021. This project involves the installation of monofacial solar panels on a greenhouse to generate solar power while allowing for crop cultivation underneath. The project showcases the efficiency and compatibility of monofacial panels with agricultural settings, as well as their ability to enhance land use efficiency.
Segmentation 3: by Site of Installation
• Grassland Farming
• Horticulture and Arable Farming
• Indoor Farming
• Pollinator Habitat
Pollinator Habitant Segment to Dominate the Global Agrivoltaics Market (by Site of Installation)
Pollinator habitat emerges as the leading application segment in the global agrivoltaics market, showcasing a pivotal shift toward sustainable agricultural practices and renewable energy generation. This segment not only promotes biodiversity but also enhances the ecosystem services provided by agrivoltaics systems.
A notable example is Jack’s Solar Garden, launched in June 2021, which stands as the largest agrivoltaics research project in the U.S. Located in Boulder County, Colorado, this 1.2-MW solar farm integrates all four types of vegetation, including pollinator habitats. The site features over 3,000 trees, shrubs, and other pollinator-friendly plants, demonstrating a successful blend of solar energy production and environmental conservation.
Segmentation 4: by Region
• North America: U.S. and Canada
• Europe: France, Germany, Italy, Spain, U.K., and Rest-of-Europe
• Asia-Pacific: China, Japan, India, South Korea, and Rest-of-Asia-Pacific
• Rest-of-the-World: Brazil, South Africa, and Other
North America, especially the U.S., plays a pivotal role in shaping the global agrivoltaics market, being a major contributor due to its increasing energy demands and the rising prominence of agrivoltaics as a sustainable energy source. The growth of the agrivoltaics market in the U.S. is expected to accelerate in the coming years, driven by factors such as government support, rising demand for renewable energy, and the benefits it offers to farmers.
A significant milestone in the U.S. agrivoltaics landscape was the launch of the U.S. Department of Energy's Agrivoltaics Partnership in 2020, aiming to accelerate the development and deployment of agrivoltaics technologies. In December 2022, the U.S. Department of Energy announced the Foundational Agrivoltaics Research for Megawatt Scale (FARMS) funding, allocating $8 million for six solar energy research projects across six states and the District of Columbia. This funding initiative demonstrates the government’s commitment to supporting the growth and development of the agrivoltaics market.
Recent Developments in the Global Agrivoltaics Market
• In October 2023, the National Solar Energy Federation of India (NSEFI) inaugurated the Agrivoltaics Alliance in Delhi, India. The primary aim of this initiative is to facilitate easier crop production. By achieving incremental improvements, lowering production expenses, and maximizing the utilization of natural sunlight, the country aims to mitigate the presence of adulterated vegetables in the market.
• In December 2022, the U.S. Department of Energy announced the Foundational Agrivoltaics Research for Megawatt Scale (FARMS) funding, allocating $8 million for six solar energy research projects across six states and the District of Columbia.
• In December 2023, Turkey initiated the Agrivoltaics research project, enabling researchers to evaluate both products and the production process. To facilitate this endeavor, researchers introduced tracker systems tailored for crops cultivated through Agrivoltaics methods.
Demand - Driver, Challenge, and Opportunity
Market Driver: Dual-Revenue Streams for Farmers
• Agrivoltaics systems offer farmers the opportunity to utilize the land beneath the solar panels for either livestock grazing or cultivating various crops while simultaneously generating electricity. This arrangement creates a dual-revenue stream for farmers. Agrivoltaics have been successfully implemented for berries, grapes, and orchard crops such as apples, and they are particularly suitable for shade-tolerant crops such as cauliflower or cabbage. Researchers from the University of Arizona found that growing crops in the shade from solar panels can yield two or three times more fruit and vegetables compared to conventional agricultural setups.
Market Challenge: High Installation Costs
• High installation costs have presented a significant obstacle to the widespread adoption of agrivoltaics. A primary contributing factor to these costs is the expense of photovoltaic panels. Moreover, the installation of agrivoltaic systems can be intricate, necessitating specialized expertise and equipment, further escalating expenses. The total cost of installing agrivoltaic systems can vary based on factors such as system size, complexity, location, and specific components used.
• According to a report by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) in the U.S., the installed cost of an agrivoltaic system typically ranges from $2.60 to $4.50 per watt. In comparison, traditional ground-mounted solar systems typically cost between $1.50 to $3.00 per watt. This significant disparity in costs is likely to impede the growth of the Agrivoltaics market during the forecast period.
Market Opportunity: Reduce Emission through Improved Farm Electrification
• Agrovoltaics presents opportunities for carbon sequestration by incorporating vegetation between and around solar panels. This vegetation serves as a carbon sinks, absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and storing it in the plant biomass and soil. Through this integration of solar panels with vegetation, agrovoltaics can effectively mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to reducing the farm's overall carbon footprint.
Analyst View
According to Debraj Chakraborty, Principal Analyst, BIS Research, “By harmonizing solar energy production with agricultural cultivation, agrivoltaics epitomizes innovation at the intersection of sustainability and efficiency. This synergy holds the promise of transforming traditional farming landscapes into vibrant hubs of renewable energy generation, showcasing the power of interdisciplinary solutions to address pressing global challenges.”
Agrivoltaics Market - A Global and Regional Analysis
Focus on Product, Application, and Competitive Landscape, 2023-2033
Frequently Asked Questions
The global agrivoltaics market refers to the integration of agriculture and photovoltaic power generation systems, allowing for dual land use. It offers benefits such as increased land productivity, water conservation, and renewable energy generation. With growing interest in sustainable practices, the agrivoltaics market is expected to expand significantly in the coming years.
Key business opportunities in the global agrivoltaics market include developing innovative technology for efficient integration of solar panels and agricultural activities, providing consulting services for optimal system design and implementation, and offering financing solutions for farmers and landowners to adopt agrivoltaic systems. Additionally, there is potential for creating partnerships between solar energy companies and agricultural stakeholders to maximize land use efficiency and sustainability.
Existing market players in the agrivoltaics industry are adopting strategies such as diversifying product portfolios to offer integrated agrivoltaic solutions, investing in research and development for improved efficiency and cost-effectiveness, and forging strategic partnerships with agricultural stakeholders and renewable energy firms to expand market reach and enhance technological capabilities.
A new company entering the global agrivoltaics market could focus on developing cutting-edge agrivoltaic technology with enhanced efficiency and adaptability to various agricultural settings. Additionally, differentiation through sustainable and environment-friendly practices, such as utilizing recycled materials or offering carbon-neutral solutions, could help establish a competitive edge. Strategic partnerships with research institutions or agricultural organizations for data-driven optimization and tailored solutions could also be pivotal for staying ahead.
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• A dedicated section focusing on the trends adopted by the key players operating in the global agrivoltaics market
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• Supply chain and value chain analysis
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