Agri-photovoltaic (Agri-PV) system – noise protection & first vertically mounted solar fence in Kirchweidach (Bavaria/Altötting)

The words of Hubert Aiwanger, Bavarian State Minister for Economic Affairs, Regional Development and Energy, marked a milestone in the energy transition. The vertically mounted agri-photovoltaic park in Kirchweidach combines energy production and food cultivation on the same site. In this article, we will examine this innovative technology in more detail and highlight its significance for sustainable energy production and agriculture.

🌞 Agri-photovoltaics: A revolutionary idea

The idea of ​​installing solar panels vertically and utilizing agricultural land represents a significant step forward in the energy transition. But how exactly does this technology work?

🌱 The combination of energy and agriculture

Agri-photovoltaics (agri-PV) makes it possible to generate both renewable electricity and agricultural products on the same area. This approach maximizes the use of land resources.

⚙️ Vertically mounted solar panels

The solar panels are installed vertically, which increases area efficiency and optimizes land use. At the same time, this allows for the cultivation of plants between the panels.

🌽 Food production and energy generation: A win-win situation

Combining food production and energy generation offers numerous advantages. What are the most important ones?

🍞 Harvest of organic grain

Valuable organic grain can be grown and harvested between the solar panels. This contributes to regional food production.

🌍 Contribution to sustainable agriculture

Agri-PV enables sustainable agriculture, where valuable arable land is used efficiently without impacting energy production.

🚄 Noise protection and energy generation at the train station

The agri-photovoltaic park in Kirchweidach not only meets the requirements for renewable energy and agriculture, but also serves as noise protection for the adjacent train station. How does this dual benefit work?

🛤️ Protection from noise pollution

The vertically mounted solar modules act as noise barriers and reduce the noise from railway operations, thus improving the quality of life for local residents.

🚆 Contribution to sustainable mobility

Energy generation at the train station through agri-PV contributes to sustainable mobility, as the electricity produced can be used for the operation of trains and railway facilities.

🌍 Agri-PV: A way to overcome competition

The competition between agriculture and energy production has long been an obstacle to the sustainable use of land. How does agrivoltaics overcome this challenge?

📈 Efficient use of space

The vertical arrangement of the solar modules enables efficient use of limited land resources, thus avoiding conflicts between agriculture and energy production.

🌱 Sustainable energy and food

Agri-PV demonstrates that agriculture and energy production can go hand in hand to create a sustainable future. This accelerates the expansion of renewable energies.

🔮 The future of agri-photovoltaics in Bavaria

The agri-photovoltaic park in Kirchweidach is undoubtedly groundbreaking, but what does the future hold for this innovative technology in Bavaria?

💡 More pioneering projects

We can expect further pioneering projects in Bavaria that use agri-photovoltaics to promote sustainable agriculture and renewable energies.

🌿 Sustainability in focus

Agri-photovoltaics will play an increasingly important role in Bavaria's efforts towards sustainability and environmental protection.

🤝 Partnerships and collaborations

Cooperation between the government, farmers and energy experts will be crucial to fully exploit the potential of agri-photovoltaics in Bavaria.

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🌱 The revolution in energy production: The vertical agri-photovoltaic plant in Kirchweidach

Energy generation using solar modules has taken a significant step forward with the installation of Bavaria's first vertically mounted agrivoltaic system in Kirchweidach, in the district of Altötting. In this section, we will examine this technology and its impact on land use and the energy transition in detail.

☀️ Vertical solar panels: A new approach

The decision to arrange solar panels vertically marks a remarkable advancement in solar energy generation. But how does this technology work?

🌿 Maximum space utilization

The vertical mounting of the 1,700 vertical modules requires less space compared to conventional horizontal orientation. This allows for maximum use of the limited area.

🌾 Cultivation of arable land

Only one percent of the arable land will be built upon, allowing agricultural use to continue on the remaining land.

🚜 Agriculture and renewable energy in harmony

The integration of agriculture and energy production opens up exciting opportunities for sustainable land use. How can these two worlds work together harmoniously?

🍃 Management between modules

The twelve-meter distance between the module rows allows for normal agricultural management, which maintains productivity.

⚡ Energy and harvest on the same area

The agri-photovoltaic system makes it possible to generate both renewable electricity and agricultural yields on the same area, resulting in a diversified source of income for farmers.

🔋 Efficient storage of renewable electricity

Sustainable energy production also requires effective storage solutions. How is the electricity generated in this plant stored and used?

🏭 1.2 MWh storage next to the field

To store and supply the electricity generated by the plant as needed, a 1.2 MWh storage system is available next to the field.

💡 Contribution to network stability

The stored electricity can be fed into the power grid as needed to support grid stability and compensate for fluctuations.

🌍 Sustainability and agri-photovoltaics

The agrivoltaic system not only contributes to sustainable energy production, but also has ecological and economic impacts. What are the most important ones?

🌿 Environmentally friendly energy generation

The vertical mounting of the solar modules enables environmentally friendly energy generation without sealing additional surfaces.

💰 Economic benefits for farmers

The additional source of income from electricity generation strengthens the economic position of farmers and contributes to rural development.

🔮 The future of vertical agri-photovoltaics

The installation of vertical solar panels in Kirchweidach is groundbreaking. What can we expect from this technology in the future?

📈 Scalability and expansion

The technology could be extended to larger areas and further regions to enable broader sustainable energy production.

🌐 International application

The experience gained from this facility could be used in other countries to optimize land use and promote renewable energies.

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The combination of agri-photovoltaics (agri-PV) with battery storage in Kirchweidach demonstrates the innovative spirit of this project. This technology makes it possible to feed solar power into the grid when demand is highest. In this section, we will discuss the significant impact of this combination on renewable energies and agriculture, as well as Bavaria's leading role in the photovoltaic industry.

🌱 Agri-PV and battery storage: A revolutionary combination

Combining agrivoltaics with battery storage opens up new possibilities for sustainable energy production. But how exactly does this innovative system work?

⚡ Use solar power according to demand

The generated solar power can be fed into the grid precisely when market demand is highest. This maximizes the efficiency and profitability of energy production.

🔋 Battery storage for continuous power supply

The battery storage enables a continuous power supply, even when the sun is not shining, and contributes to grid stability.

🚜 Agri-PV: A new source of income for farmers

Integrating agrivoltaics into farms opens up an additional source of income. What opportunities does this technology offer farmers?

💼 Expanding the economic base

Agri-PV can broaden the economic base of farms and become a lucrative second source of income.

🌿 Copycats in Bavaria

State Minister Aiwanger hopes that this initiative will find imitators throughout Bavaria, as many farmers are already investing in energy production.

☀️ Bavaria: Pioneer in photovoltaics

Bavaria plays a leading role in the photovoltaic industry and boasts impressive figures. What makes the Free State so special in this field?

📊 Bavaria's photovoltaic leadership

Bavaria is the leading region in Germany for photovoltaics with over 800,000 systems and more than 20 GW of installed capacity.

📈 Expansion of renewable energies

The expansion of renewable energies in Bavaria will be further promoted in the coming years to encourage sustainability and independence from fossil fuels.

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🌞🌱 Official inauguration of Bavaria's first vertically mounted agri-photovoltaic plant in Kirchweidach

Bavaria's Minister of Economic Affairs and Energy, Hubert Aiwanger, inaugurated Bavaria's first vertically mounted agri-photovoltaic system in Kirchweidach, in the district of Altötting. Entrepreneur and organic farmer Franz Obermayer Sr., together with his son Franz, initiated the flagship project. Organic grain will be cultivated on an area of ​​four hectares, and solar power will be generated simultaneously.

Aiwanger: “The vertically mounted agri-photovoltaic park in Kirchweidach is a pioneering project for the energy transition. This innovative technology combines energy production and food cultivation on the same surface. Renewable electricity is generated by the vertically mounted solar modules on either side, while valuable organic grain is harvested in between. The plant also serves as a noise barrier for the adjacent train station. With agri-PV, we are overcoming the competition between agriculture and energy production and accelerating the expansion of renewable energies in Bavaria.”

The 1,700 vertical modules begin 1.20 meters above the ground and are arranged in 600-meter-long rows. The vertical mounting requires less space compared to a horizontal orientation. Only one percent of the arable land is covered. The rows are spaced twelve meters apart, allowing for normal agricultural operations. A 1.2 MWh storage facility is located next to the field to store the electricity generated by the system and release it as needed.

“The combination of agri-PV with additional battery storage demonstrates the project’s high level of innovation. The generated solar power can be fed into the grid precisely when market demand is high. Franz Obermayer has taken a pioneering approach here,” explained State Minister Aiwanger. He hopes the initiative will find imitators throughout Bavaria. “Many farmers are already energy producers. Agri-PV can broaden the economic base of farms and become a lucrative second source of income.”

The Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy also emphasized Bavaria's leading role in the expansion of renewable energies. "In the field of photovoltaics, Bavaria is the leader in Germany. We currently have over 800,000 systems in operation in the Free State with an installed capacity of more than 20 GW. Baden-Württemberg, in second place among the federal states, has half that installed capacity. And we will continue to expand in the coming years," Aiwanger stressed.

Source: Bavarian State Government – ​​bayern.de – Press release 19.09.2023

The challenges of the energy transition are manifold, and one of them is the limited grid capacity that hinders many renewable energy projects. In Kirchweidach, Bavaria, Franz Obermayer of the Fox Group has found an innovative solution to overcome this bottleneck: an agri-photovoltaic (agri-PV) park with an efficient storage system. In this section, you will learn how this pioneering project generates electricity on demand while simultaneously enabling organic farming.

🌄 A pioneering project of the energy transition

Bavaria's Minister of Economic Affairs and Energy, Hubert Aiwanger, officially inaugurated Bavaria's first vertically mounted agri-photovoltaic plant in Kirchweidach. This project, initiated by Franz Obermayer and his son Franz, combines energy production through solar panels with food cultivation on a four-hectare area.

☀️ Efficient energy use

The unique feature of this project lies in the vertical orientation of the modules, which begin 1.20 meters above the ground. This means the system requires less space compared to a horizontal orientation, which is particularly advantageous in agricultural areas. Only one percent of the arable land is covered, and there is ample space between the rows for normal agricultural operations. This allows for efficient use of the available land.

🍃 Renewable energy and organic farming

The vertical solar panels produce renewable electricity, while valuable organic grain is cultivated in between. This approach makes it possible to realize renewable energy and organic farming on the same land. This combination avoids generating solar power at peak times around midday, instead focusing it on the morning and afternoon when it is most needed.

🌐 Network capacity and storage solutions

The challenge for many renewable energy projects is that the grid does not have sufficient capacity to absorb the generated electricity. In Kirchweidach, for example, the grid only allows a feed-in of up to 400 kW. However, this is insufficient for a solar park with a capacity of 800 kWp.

🔄 The role of storage

To meet this challenge, Franz Obermayer relies on a 1.2 MWh storage system. This storage system plays a crucial role in ensuring the demand-driven use of the generated electricity. Through intelligent optimization and control of the storage system, the PV power can be fed into the grid precisely when demand is highest. This solves the problem of limited grid capacity and enables a reliable power supply.

🌐 Energy efficiency and future prospects

Integrating the system into Energy2market's (e2m) virtual power plant enables precise monitoring of PV generation and storage charge level. This information is coordinated with current market signals and weather data to feed electricity into the grid under optimal market conditions. This project demonstrates the importance of storage solutions for the future electricity market and how they can contribute to deploying renewable energies in a demand-oriented and grid-friendly manner.

🤝 Collaboration and imitation effect

The successful implementation of this project demonstrates that innovative approaches and collaboration between agriculture and energy production can drive the energy transition forward. Hubert Aiwanger, Bavaria's Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy, hopes that this initiative will find imitators in Bavaria and beyond. Many farmers could benefit from agri-PV and use it as a lucrative second source of income to expand the economic base of their farms.

🌍 Need for co-location solutions

Sabine Mägdefrau, product manager at e2m, emphasizes the importance of projects like this for the future of the electricity market. She highlights that the expansion of renewable energies requires not only more grid capacity but also innovative solutions for the flexible and reliable management of electricity. Demand for such co-location solutions is expected to continue to rise in the future, as they play a key role in the integration of renewable energies.

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