Recording of Tuesday, May 06, 2025 | The smarter E Europe Conferences 2025 | Conference Program | Language: English | Duration: 10:40 .

BELECTRIC GmbH Highlights Economic Advantages of Tracker APV in Germany Amidst Policy Discussions on Incentive Support

The presentation explores the competitive dynamics of various Agrivoltaic (APV) designs at scale, leveraging BELECTRIC GmbH's expertise in photovoltaic and battery storage systems. It compares ground-mounted PV systems with three APV variants: elevated, vertical, and tracker APVs. Elevated APVs are set 5 meters high with a south orientation; vertical ones have modules spaced by 12 meters; while trackers feature increased hub heights to support agriculture underneath. Tracker systems excel in specific energy yield due to their alignment with peak electricity prices throughout the day. Vertical setups offer higher market value as they align better with demand peaks before noon and afternoon but generally produce lower yields unless projections improve. Ground mounts provide maximum megawatt capacity per hectare yet lack incentives available for elevated structures. Economically, despite high CAPEX costs for substructures in elevated/vertical configurations, these can be more profitable under new German regulations favoring agri-APV over traditional models—especially benefiting trackers amid uncertainties within Germany’s renewable sector framework today! The analysis suggests that tracker APVs reduce incentive-related costs compared to other types needing full or additional incentives. Ongoing negotiations between Germany and the European Commission regarding solar policies were also mentioned without immediate action required until practical validation occurs.

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Speaker

Dr. Djaber Berrian
Expert / Deputy Head of Innovation & System Design
BELECTRIC GmbH
Germany

Talk of session: Agricultural PV - Applications, Technology, & Profitability

Interest in agricultural PV is growing across Europe - not just among policymakers but also among farmers, as it enables efficient land use, creates new revenue streams, and can even boost yields for certain crops. Despite its vast business potential and growing market, agricultural PV remains in its infancy, primarily due to high costs and legislative constraints. This session will provide: Overview of the latest progress in agricultural PV across Europe - from use case to technology Insights into policy support and regulatory developments Updates on biodiversity considerations in agricultural PV projects Economic viability analysis of different agricultural PV applications.

Further Talks of this session:

Welcome & Introduction

Speaker

Dr. Stephan Schindele
Head of Product Management Agri-PV
BayWa r.e. AG
Germany

To Talk

Reflections of the Farming Sector on PV Systems in Agriculture and Forestry

Speaker

Stefan Meitinger
Policy Officer for European Agricultural Policy
Deutscher Bauernverband e. V.
Germany

To Talk

Advanced Agrivoltaic Systems for Orchards, Vineyards and Olive Groves

Speaker

Dr. Simone Fungipane
CEO & Founder
iGreen Systems
Italy

To Talk

Are Sheep Just Cheap? (Understanding the True Ecological & Economical Value of Sheep Grazing in Agri-Pv Projects)

Speaker

Alice Lefort
Agri-PV Product Manager
BayWa r.e. AG
Germany

To Talk

Panel Discussion

Speaker

To Talk