Agrivoltaics
Agrivoltaics: Supporting agriculture
and delivering responsible power
Agrivoltaics is the dual use of land for agricultural production and renewable energy generation.
By sharing the land, our responsibly developed agrivoltaics solutions are in synergy with agricultural operations,
support biodiversity and deliver local, reliable sources of low-carbon power – all at the same time.
A global vision with local roots
At Lightsource bp, we recognise that every parcel of land is unique to its owner and personal to local communities. We seek to understand the specific context, business case and challenges of each site, and work with local partners to design optimised agrivoltaics solutions on appropriate sites – from grazing and arable farming, to fisheries – ensuring each project is responsibly developed and tailored to local conditions.
With a global footprint spanning the Americas, EMEA and APAC, we use our international expertise and local partnerships to identify suitable sites and advance agrivoltaics as a viable dual land use solution.
Lasting value for every stakeholder
Developed in partnership with farming and other agricultural partners, our agrivoltaics projects are designed to maximise land use and create long-term value for all stakeholders.
“The solar field is a big instrument in allowing us to full-time farm.”
– Amanda Stoffels, Solar Grazier, USA
How we deliver
We have been incorporating agrivoltaics into some of our solar projects since 2013, generating renewable power while also delivering benefits to farming and other agricultural communities through continued land use.
We aim to help expand and deliver stable, long-term value for investors and energy buyers through this dual approach. For farmers, agricultural partners, communities and policy makers our owned and operated projects can help to keep agricultural land productive, increase biodiversity and strengthen rural communities through job creation and land retention.
Our dedicated agrivoltaics experts can use data collection and advanced modelling to refine project design and quantify outcomes on appropriate sites – modifying our solar projects to accommodate the agrivoltaics use and helping to deliver biodiversity gains at our projects. This evidence-based approach can reduce risk, help to provide secure and sustainable long-term income, and aim to ensure our solutions are designed to contribute to customer sustainability goals.
We offer bespoke solutions in each of our markets from development through to operations, as applicable, that respond directly to the sites’ unique characteristics, meeting environmental requirements and aiming to create positive local impact through long-term partnerships.
For Landowners
- We can work with you right from the start to design tailored agreements and systems.
- Our solutions are designed to meet your needs and minimise the impact on daily operations.
- We offer secure and sustainable long-term income.
- Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels can help provide synergy with crop farming especially from extreme weather (such as drought or hail) and shade that provides benefit to the livestock, poultry, other farm animals.
- Evidence of improved agronomic potential: reduced water stress, longer grazing seasons and higher forage quality.
- Can contribute to stronger farm economics through long-term income diversification and helping to keep land productive.
Interested in exploring your options?
Contact us to find out whether your land is suitable. Our leasing conditions are tailored for each landowner and our experts are ready to advise you on the best options.
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We develop, construct and operate projects in countries throughout Europe, the Americas and Asia Pacific.
Select the region tabs below to explore some of these projects.
At Lightsource bp, we aim to continue to evolve our agrivoltaics projects by investing in research with agricultural and academic partners to verify our outcomes and scale solutions. By refining our approach, we help to ensure our projects deliver measurable long-term value – balancing renewable energy generation with productive agriculture, biodiversity and community benefits.
Read more about our innovation and research here:
- Lightsource bp championing sustainable agriculture at AgriVoltaics World Conference 2025 | Lightsource bp
- Wool quality and sustainability: Insights from Lightsource bp’s Wellington solar farm | Lightsource bp
- Study: Solar and sheep create mutual benefits | Lightsource bp US
- Supporting sheep and local biodiversity at Elm Branch and Briar Creek solar farms | Lightsource bp
- Restoring prairie, raising sheep and sinking carbon in Colorado | Lightsource bp
- Raising the bar for agriculture and solar | Lightsource bp
- Lightsource bp inicia la construcción del proyecto solar Valle 3 y 4 en Castilla y León | Lightsource bp
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