Initiative to Research Soil Health at Solar Sites

Sol Systems announced a series of sponsorship and research agreements with the American Farmland Trust (AFT) to promote solar development alongside ecosystem-focused land use practices. ‘Smart Solar’ initiatives aim to reduce the environmental impact of solar energy projects while promoting ecosystem-focused land stewardship at their sites. Additionally, a four-year Research Agreement will study soil health at six solar sites developed and owned by Sol Systems. This research aims to provide a quantitative, data-driven understanding of the ecological, hydrological, and subsurface benefits of integrating specific types of vegetation, including pollinator-friendly vegetation, into solar site designs.
Related NCAT resource: AgriSolar Clearinghouse