Pole-Mount Agrivoltaics Project in Puerto Rico
A new agrivoltaics system has been installed at a coffee farm in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico, with the potential to set standards for energy independence in hurricane-prone regions.
Miguel Berdiel, owner of Hacienda Berdiel Torres, faced numerous challenges, including high energy costs and damage from Hurricane Maria, which hindered the farm's growth despite optimal coffee-growing conditions and a hydroponic greenhouse.
- The greenhouse's hydroponics system was shut down due to these challenges.
- Plans to create jobs and provide locally grown food to the community were put on hold.
The farm's challenges and potential for agrivoltaics research and climate resilience aligned with the NREL's InSPIRE initiative, leading to a collaboration with Twende Solar to plan and coordinate a solar installation.
The project aims to promote energy independence and climate resilience in hurricane-prone regions.
Author's summary: Agrivoltaics project promotes energy independence in Puerto Rico.
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