AgriSolar News Roundup: Agrisolar in Nova Scotia, Albania Agrisolar Law, World Soil Day 

Experts Say Agrisolar Could Benefit Nova Scotia 

“Solar energy advocates believe agrivoltaics could have many benefits in Nova Scotia. There are now more than 10,000 solar installations in Nova Scotia, according to the non-profit group that’s trying to build up solar infrastructure in the province. That’s up from 8,000 this time last year and just 200 in 2018. ‘Farmers in Nova Scotia have been real leaders on the uptake of solar,’ said David Brushett, board chair of Solar Nova Scotia. ’There’s a real strong interest among the agricultural sector in solar.’” – cbc.com 

New Albania Law Recognizes Agrisolar Development 

“The Kuvendi – the Parliament of Albania – changed the Law on the Pasture Fund. Lawmaker Edona Bilali from the ruling Socialist Party of Albania submitted the bill, citing numerous requests for photovoltaic and wind installations. In the solar power segment, PV panels now need to be mounted at least five meters above the surface to allow cattle grazing.” – balkangreenenergynews.com 

Agrisolar Recognized on World Soil Day 

“Solar energy and agriculture are proving their relationship is a mutually beneficial one. As technology improves and more farmers adopt solar solutions, we can expect to see even more innovative applications emerge. Solar energy is ushering in a new era of sustainable agriculture. 

As we mark World Soil Day (Dec. 5), it’s also worth celebrating that it is also a transformative force to be reckoned with in farming!  Here are 5 key ways that solar energy is revolutionizing farming practices around the world.” – earthday.org