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Sun'Agri: Bringing European Agrivoltaic Innovation to the US | EP231
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In this fascinating episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Chuck Schwartz, head of business development at Sun'Agri, to explore the cutting-edge world of agrivoltaics. Chuck shares his journey from engineering to entrepreneurship, ultimately leading him to the forefront of solar technology in agriculture.
The conversation delves into Sun'Agri's innovative software platform, which intelligently steers solar panels to optimize both crop growth and energy production. Chuck explains how their technology can help farmers mitigate climate change challenges, such as drought and frost damage, while still generating significant solar power. He discusses the trade-offs between energy and crop production, and how their "farmer first" approach prioritizes agricultural success.
Chuck and Tim explore the economic considerations of agrivoltaics projects, including the challenges of increased capital expenditure and the potential for new value streams. They discuss the reception from solar developers and hardware manufacturers, highlighting the growing interest in agrivoltaics as a way to differentiate in the market and improve project success rates.
The episode also touches on Sun'Agri's current projects, including installations at research universities and commercial farms. Chuck shares his vision for the future of agrivoltaics, emphasizing the need for demonstration projects and changes in regulations to support farmer-owned systems and community solar initiatives.
Tune in to discover how agrivoltaics could revolutionize farming while advancing the clean energy transition, and learn about the potential for this technology to create higher value per acre than traditional farming or solar installations alone.
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Chuck Schwartz
Sun'Agri
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The Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: CleanPowerHour@gmail.com
Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/
The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America’s number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com
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Manage episode 437841186 series 3184523
In this fascinating episode of the Clean Power Hour, host Tim Montague sits down with Chuck Schwartz, head of business development at Sun'Agri, to explore the cutting-edge world of agrivoltaics. Chuck shares his journey from engineering to entrepreneurship, ultimately leading him to the forefront of solar technology in agriculture.
The conversation delves into Sun'Agri's innovative software platform, which intelligently steers solar panels to optimize both crop growth and energy production. Chuck explains how their technology can help farmers mitigate climate change challenges, such as drought and frost damage, while still generating significant solar power. He discusses the trade-offs between energy and crop production, and how their "farmer first" approach prioritizes agricultural success.
Chuck and Tim explore the economic considerations of agrivoltaics projects, including the challenges of increased capital expenditure and the potential for new value streams. They discuss the reception from solar developers and hardware manufacturers, highlighting the growing interest in agrivoltaics as a way to differentiate in the market and improve project success rates.
The episode also touches on Sun'Agri's current projects, including installations at research universities and commercial farms. Chuck shares his vision for the future of agrivoltaics, emphasizing the need for demonstration projects and changes in regulations to support farmer-owned systems and community solar initiatives.
Tune in to discover how agrivoltaics could revolutionize farming while advancing the clean energy transition, and learn about the potential for this technology to create higher value per acre than traditional farming or solar installations alone.
Social Media Handles
Chuck Schwartz
Sun'Agri
Connect with Tim
Clean Power Hour
Clean Power Hour on YouTube
Tim on Twitter
Tim on LinkedIn
Email tim@cleanpowerhour.com
Review Clean Power Hour on Apple Podcasts
The Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: CleanPowerHour@gmail.com
Corporate sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/
The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America’s number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com
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