The NC State Agrivoltaics Training Site is the first of its kind in the Southeast, where students and solar professionals can learn practices in agrivoltaics and the installation of solar technology that enables installation on steep terrain through Nevados’ proprietary tracker technology. Agrivoltaics is the co-location of solar panels and agricultural activities — including food and livestock production — on the same land.
“This new solar training site is a testament to the power of partnership,” said Chris Frey, associate dean for research & infrastructure at the College of Engineering. “It is an amazing interdisciplinary collaboration between NC State’s Clean Energy Technology Center, the Department of Animal Science and Nevados, a manufacturer of solar tracking systems. And it positions NC State as a continuing leader in energy and agricultural education for students and professionals throughout their careers.”
