stux⚡Jul 9
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Show threadGary Parker Jul 9
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Show threadstux⚡Jul 9
@WiteWulf I like me grass! Also animals and such
Show threadGary Parker Jul 9
@stux you can happily graze cattle under solar farms, we see it a lot around here (Leicestershire, UK).
Show threadChristopher M0YNGJul 9
@WiteWulf @stux yup, lift them up and let plants and animals use the space under. I'm sure I've seen research that the biodiversity of fields increased after Solar panels are installed
Show threadBytebro 🇬🇧 🇺🇦Jul 9

@M0YNG @WiteWulf @stux

This is apparently true.

https://reneweconomy.com.au/study-says-solar-can-reduce-moisture-loss-and-has-minimal-impact-on-grasslands/

I've also read (no reference) that wool yields from sheep grazed underneath went up?

Study says solar can reduce moisture loss and has minimal impact on grasslands

The study, which builds on previous research, could show the way forward for drought-prone Australia.

RenewEconomy
Show threadZeborahJul 11

@bytebro Yep, source for the improved quality wool is https://lightsourcebp.com/nz/news/wool-quality-and-sustainability-insights-from-lightsource-bps-wellington-solar-farm/

(Source is an interested party but still, it does seem plausible that sheep who can hang out under shelter when they want will be less stressed than those exposed constantly to the elements.)

Agrivoltaics seems to be a win for the plants, for the animals, and for the panel efficiency and output.

As for the carparks, how about we get proper public transport, then we can turn most of the carpark into parklands (while leaving just enough space for accessibility and deliveries and emergencies) and that will also be a win for everyone. ;-)

@M0YNG @WiteWulf @stux

Wool quality and sustainability: Insights from Lightsource bp’s Wellington solar farm | Lightsource bp

Lightsource bp
Show threadBytebro 🇬🇧 🇺🇦

@zeborah

Good link, thank you.

@M0YNG @WiteWulf @stux

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