Recording from Tuesday, October 13, 2026 | AgriVoltaics Industry Forum Europe | Language: English | Duration: 4:06 .
Ludivine presents AKUO, an IPP focused on solar energy, particularly agri-PV projects in France. Their Burgundy project spans 60 hectares, featuring 33 MW of installed solar power and organic farming practices. Since 2016, AKUO has had an agricultural team to support project development. The project initiated in 2019 faced regulatory hurdles, requiring proof of maintaining agricultural productivity. The building permit was obtained in 2023, construction was completed the following year, and the first harvest occurred this year.
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Speaker
Ludivine Pasquier
Head of Agricultural Engineering
AKUO
This session brings farmers’ perspectives into focus, highlighting their experiences and expectations around agrivoltaics.
It will explore how agrivoltaic systems can create value for agriculture, considering both opportunities and challenges from a practical point of view. Discussions will touch on economic aspects, broader benefits, and the realities of implementation across different contexts. The session also aims to reflect the diversity of viewpoints within the agricultural sector and encourage an open exchange between farmers and industry stakeholders.
Further Talks of this session:
Speaker
Julien Duthu
Farmer
Akuo's Sombernon agrivoltaic plant
Speaker
Alice Lefort
Agri-PV Product Manager
BayWa r.e
Speaker
Gerhard Metz
Farmer
Speaker
David Lambelet
Sales & Business Development Manager
Insolight SA
Baptiste Pineau
Les Vergers du Galichet
Speaker
Klemens Neubauer
Head of RWA Solar Solutions
RWA Solar Solutions