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Agrivoltaics

The agrivoltaics market crossed USD 5.5B in 2026 because one hectare can now earn twice: crop revenue under the panels, power revenue above them. The module spec that makes both work is raised, bifacial and farm-environment rated.

+5–30%Bifacial rear gain
2.5–4 mRow clearance
30 yrPower warranty
Pain Points Solved

What kills an agrivoltaic project

Pain pointWhy it happensHow ems-solar solves it
Land must earn twiceFarm revenue alone rarely justifies dual-use capexBifacial modules add power revenue on the same hectare — a market that crossed USD 5.5B in 2026
Shading cuts crop yieldWrong pitch and density reduce photosynthesis; losses reach 20–30%Row spacing and tilt guidance keep yields stable while the raised module still generates
Raised structures are expensiveElevated single-axis mounts cost 30–50% more than fixed tiltFixed raised rows with bifacial ≥80% rear gain capture albedo without tracker capex
Farm air attacks modulesAmmonia from livestock and humidity from irrigation corrode cheap buildsIEC 61701 salt mist and IEC 62716 ammonia options are standard on the agri spec
Technical Parameters

EMS-AG series — agrivoltaic bifacial spec

ParameterValue
Module typeN-type TOPCon bifacial dual-glass
Power range430–460 W (roof) / 575–630 W (raised rows)
Module efficiency22.0–23.5%
Cell efficiency≥26.0%
Bifaciality≥80%
Rear-side gain+5–30% depending on soil / crop albedo
Temperature coefficient−0.29%/°C
Glass2.0 + 2.0 mm tempered AR
Row clearance2.5–4 m (site-configurable)
Mechanical load5400 Pa snow / 2400 Pa wind
Harsh-environment ratingIEC 61701 salt mist · IEC 62716 ammonia
Warranty15-yr product / 30-yr power (87.4% @ yr 30)
CertificationsIEC 61215/61730, CE, ISO 9001/14001/45001, IEC 62941
Container loading~900 pcs per 40'HC (182 half-cell)
Agrivoltaics FAQ

Questions farmers and developers ask

Do crops really grow under bifacial panels?
Yes, when geometry is right. Wrong shading cuts crop yield 20–30%; correct row pitch, height and tilt keep yields stable while power generation continues above. Light-sensitive crops use wider pitches; grazing and shade-tolerant crops tolerate tighter rows.
What row height should we specify?
2.5–4 m of underside clearance is the working range — enough for standard farm machinery to pass and for sheep to graze underneath. Fixed raised rows deliver most of the bifacial gain without the 30–50% capex premium of single-axis trackers.
Do we need special modules near livestock?
Ammonia from manure and humidity from irrigation are real corrosion drivers. The agri spec carries IEC 62716 ammonia and IEC 61701 salt-mist options as standard, with 2.0+2.0 mm tempered glass front and back.
Is the market actually funding this?
Agrivoltaics crossed USD 5.5B globally in 2026, and EU member states fund dual-use pilots under CAP strategic plans. Over 90% of new renewable capacity is already cheaper than fossil alternatives — dual-use farms are where the subsidy and the tariff meet.
Aerial view of a bifacial solar farm at sunset
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