A Day of Exploring Sustainable Agriculture through Solar Energy Integration
The California Germany Agrivoltaics Conference is set to take place at UC Davis on November 1st, 2023, from 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM. This exciting one-day event promises to be a day of inspiration, innovation, and discovery for anyone with an interest in the intersection of solar energy and agriculture.
More than 200 attendees, including agrivoltaic experts, corporates, policy-makers, founders, researchers, academia, developers, and farmers from California and Germany will converge to share their knowledge and best practices.
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The conference is hosted by the German American Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Aztec Solar, Solar4America, and Sunzaun, making it one of the most anticipated events in the field of agrivoltaics.
Attendees can look forward to a packed day of engaging talks, panel discussions, and breakout sessions, exploring the latest advances and trends in agrivoltaics.
Attendees can look forward to a packed day of engaging talks, panel discussions, and breakout sessions, exploring the latest advances and trends in agrivoltaics. They will have the opportunity to learn from leading experts and practitioners in the field, exchange ideas, and collaborate on innovative solutions that will help shape the future of sustainable agriculture and energy.
Topics
The conference will cover a wide range of topics related to agrivoltaics, including the benefits of agrivoltaics for farmers and developers, farm optimization, existing technologies and types of agrivoltaic PV systems, resilience and sustainability for energy and farming, and possible partnerships between California and Germany.
During the conference, attendees will be able to engage with experts and gain practical insights into the latest developments and innovations in the field. They will also learn about successful agrivoltaic projects and the challenges that were overcome during the implementation process.
One of the key topics of the conference will be the benefits of agrivoltaics for farmers and developers. This session will explore how the integration of solar energy and agriculture can lead to increased profitability, reduced water use, and improved soil health. Attendees will learn about the different strategies and technologies used to implement agrivoltaic projects, and how these projects can bring about positive economic, social, and environmental impacts.
Another important topic that will be covered during the conference is farm optimization. This session will explore how agrivoltaics can be used to optimize farm operations and increase efficiency. Attendees will learn about the different types of agrivoltaic systems and how they can be designed to maximize energy production and crop yield.
The conference will also cover the latest advances in agrivoltaic PV systems, including the different types of systems and their applications. Attendees will learn about the existing technologies and how they can be used to generate renewable energy while simultaneously supporting sustainable agriculture.
In addition, the conference will explore resilience and sustainability for energy and farming. This session will cover how agrivoltaics can help increase energy and food security, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and improve soil health. Attendees will learn about the various benefits that agrivoltaics can bring to sustainable agriculture and energy systems, as well as the challenges that need to be overcome to implement these projects successfully.
Finally, the conference will examine possible partnerships between California and Germany. This session will explore how the two regions can work together to advance the adoption of agrivoltaics and create a more sustainable future for agriculture and energy.
Attendees can expect to leave the conference feeling inspired, energized, and equipped with the knowledge and connections to drive change in their organizations and communities. The conference will provide a platform for attendees to network with peers, share their experiences, and explore potential collaborations.
Scan the QR code on the flyer to save the date and join us for an exciting and informative day of exploring the intersection of solar energy and agriculture!