Boralex and French agrivoltaism pioneer Sun’Agri are joining forces to develop agrivoltaics in France and Europe by designing new solar power plants that help protect farms from increasingly challenging weather conditions.
Through the use of solar louvres designed and programmed to meet plants’ ideal conditions, agrivoltaics can help manage available sunlight or shade, thereby increasing crop quality and quantity, the companies said.
The partnership consists of a 10-year framework, with Boralex working exclusively with Sun’Agri to develop agrivoltaic projects in the EU.
The company will be able to leverage its expertise on energy projects’ benefits to agriculture and will in turn be able to rely on Sun’Agri for agronomic support and louvre management.
Sun’Agri president and founder Antoine Nogier said: “I’m delighted to announce this partnership with Boralex, a leading renewable energy player who’s driving the shift towards a greener world, and with whom we’ll accelerate the important development of agrivoltaics.”
Boralex Europe managing director Nicolas Wolff said: “At Boralex, we strive to provide affordable and renewable energy for everyone.
“That’s why we’re thrilled to join forces with Sun’Agri. Combining our complementary skills and values will enable usto adapt solar power production to localised agricultural needs.
“Together, we’ll carry out agrivoltaic projects that contribute to improved agriculture in Europe.”