Optimizing Dynamic Solar Panel Operation in an Agrivoltaic System and Implications for Power Systems

Explore the optimization of dynamic solar panel operation in agrivoltaic systems and its implications for power systems in this 42-minute seminar from GERAD Research Center. Delve into the concept of agrivoltaics, which combines solar photovoltaic panels with cropland to address competing land demands for food and energy production. Learn about a proposed optimal dual-axis photovoltaic panel formulation that adjusts panel positions to maximize power generation while considering crop sunlight requirements. Examine a case study comparing two scenarios: maximizing solar power generation and focusing solely on crop cultivation without photovoltaic panels. Gain insights into how optimizing agrivoltaic system operations enhances our understanding of these systems as resources connected to the power grid. Presented by Anna Stuhlmacher from Michigan Technological University, this talk offers valuable perspectives on the intersection of renewable energy and agriculture.