Integrating solar energy generation with productive agricultural land use — powering our farm while sustaining our fields.
Agrivoltaics — sometimes called agri-PV or dual-use solar — is the practice of co-locating solar photovoltaic energy generation systems with active agricultural production on the same land. Rather than competing for land use, agriculture and solar energy production can be combined in ways that are mutually beneficial.
Solar panels installed over or adjacent to grazing areas, greenhouse facilities, or crop fields can provide shade for animals and crops while simultaneously generating clean renewable electricity to power farm operations.
Our farm embraces agrivoltaics as a strategy to achieve energy independence, reduce operating costs, and demonstrate environmental leadership in Canadian agriculture.
Five integrated energy systems working together to power our farm reliably, cleanly, and cost-effectively.
Photovoltaic solar panel arrays installed strategically on the farm to maximize solar capture. Solar energy powers our greenhouse heating, cooling, lighting, and irrigation pumps — reducing dependence on the grid and cutting energy costs.
Battery energy storage systems (BESS) capture excess solar generation during daylight hours and release it during evening, overnight, and cloudy periods — ensuring reliable power supply independent of grid conditions.
An intelligent energy management system (EMS) monitors generation, storage, and consumption in real time — automatically optimizing load distribution, grid interaction, and battery charging/discharging cycles for maximum efficiency.
Our renewable energy infrastructure supports electric vehicle and farm equipment charging — enabling the transition to electric farm vehicles, ATVs, and utility equipment powered by our own clean solar energy.
Agrivoltaic systems have been shown to improve both solar panel efficiency and crop/livestock productivity through shade management, microclimate moderation, and land sharing.
Solar panels provide partial shade, reducing heat stress on animals and moisture loss from pastures during hot summer months.
The same land generates two revenue streams — agricultural production and clean energy — maximizing the economic return per acre.
Grazing sheep beneath solar panels maintain vegetation, reduce maintenance costs, and support soil and ecosystem health.
We welcome discussions with renewable energy developers, solar installers, and research institutions interested in agrivoltaic collaboration.