Articles
ULTRATHIN A-SI PV PANEL FOR GREENHOUSE: PRELIMINARY TRIALS IN ITALY
Article number
1015_29
Pages
263 – 268
Language
English
Abstract
A new ultrathin a-Si photovoltaic (PV) panel has been tested, both in laboratory, in order to study its optical properties, and as a greenhouse cover.
In the latter case the goal was to study how light affects the plant growth when it is filtered by the panel, and the agronomical performances.
The spectral analysis showed a partial light transmittivity in PAR. This suggested us to design a double pitch greenhouse structure with one side covered with PV panels.
The experimental data were elaborated by a numerical simulation in order to evaluate the light intensity level month by month.
Trials under a pilot greenhouse confirmed the possibility to produce very good quality common vegetables.
Our preliminary agronomical tests demonstrated that , it is possible to combine energy production with the agronomical one with very satisfying results using this type of PV panel.
In the latter case the goal was to study how light affects the plant growth when it is filtered by the panel, and the agronomical performances.
The spectral analysis showed a partial light transmittivity in PAR. This suggested us to design a double pitch greenhouse structure with one side covered with PV panels.
The experimental data were elaborated by a numerical simulation in order to evaluate the light intensity level month by month.
Trials under a pilot greenhouse confirmed the possibility to produce very good quality common vegetables.
Our preliminary agronomical tests demonstrated that , it is possible to combine energy production with the agronomical one with very satisfying results using this type of PV panel.
Authors
P. Mormile , A. Coletta, P. Petrella
Keywords
innovative PV greenhouse, energy production, sustainable agriculture, light for agriculture
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