Climate Change Solutions on Nostr: Idemitsu Kosan has launched a 2 MW agrivoltaics project in Japan, using a movable ...

Idemitsu Kosan has launched a 2 MW agrivoltaics project in Japan, using a movable mounting system to enhance sunlight for both rice growth and solar power. This innovative model shares profits with farmers and aims to use 5% of Japan’s farmland for solar energy. Agrivoltaics could boost renewable capacity while supporting rice productivity. https://www.pv-magazine.com/2026/02/19/idemitsu-switches-on-2-mw-of-solar-above-rice-paddy/