Feasibility study for agri-voltaic energy security
Implementing Partner: Build Change
Project name:Feasibility study for agri-voltaic energy security in India
This project assesses agrivoltaic feasibility in Nagpur Metropolitan Region, analyzing spatial suitability, policy frameworks, financial viability, and stakeholder perspectives.
By integrating solar energy with agriculture, it enhances energy redundancy and supports India’s decarbonization goals.
The study underscores agrivoltaics as a scalable, sustainable solution for energy security, promoting efficient land use and resilient infrastructure. Its findings provide a strategic foundation for advancing renewable integration and fostering long-term regional development.
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Impact
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Nagpur offers strong agrivoltaic potential with supportive policies, but financing, operations, and maintenance challenges hinder adoption. Stakeholders must address crop impact, land use, and ownership concerns to ensure scalable implementation and maximize sustainable energy and agricultural benefits.
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This research developed a land use suitability map, policy and finance pathways, and a robust assessment framework for agrivoltaics. Optimizing system configurations for local crops fosters sustainable energy transitions, enhances resilience, and unlocks significant rural development opportunities.
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Scaling agrivoltaics requires pilot demonstrations to assess crop impacts, innovative finance models, clear partnership frameworks, and solutions for insurance and land ownership. Resolving these challenges will drive equitable energy transition in solar-rich regions like Nagpur, ensuring sustainable adoption.
