Crop suitability
Some crops do well under partial shade, others do not. The design is built around the crop, not the other way round.
Agrivoltaics: Solar Power and Crops on the Same Land
Agrivoltaics lets a farm produce electricity and crops from the same land. WRS designs solar for farms and agricultural projects, with a focus on Africa.
Who it's for
Is this right for you?
- You farm or manage agricultural land and need reliable, affordable power.
- You want to add income from solar without taking land out of production.
- You need power for irrigation, cold storage or processing.
- You are planning an agricultural project in Africa.
Solar & Energy
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Free site assessment: we review your power bills, roof or land and load profile, and show what solar, storage and efficiency can save you.
Get a site assessment Process
How an agrivoltaic project runs
- 01
Crop and site review
We look at the crops, the land and how much shade they tolerate.
- 02
System design
Raised structures and layouts that keep the crops and the machinery working.
- 03
Power and water plan
Where the power goes: irrigation, processing or the grid.
- 04
Installation and handover
Construction and commissioning, with training for the farm team.
What to consider
What to consider
Water and irrigation
Solar can power pumps for irrigation and reduce the diesel used to run them.
Farmer income
Power can be used on the farm or sold, adding a second source of income from the same land.
Africa focus
We design for local conditions, logistics and the realities of working in Africa.
What it costs and what you save
Costs depend on the crop, the structure and the power use. We set out the cost and expected benefit after reviewing your site.
Projects
Projects we've delivered
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