Can Alberta Solar Farms Grow Food and Produce Power?

Can Alberta Solar Farms Grow Food and Produce Power?

A 75 MW solar development near Airdrie is producing electricity alongside hay, sheep grazing and honey—offering a test case for Alberta agrivoltaics.

Sheep, Bees and Hay - All on a Solar Farm in Alberta

The Sollair Energy Project north of Airdrie is showing how solar power and agriculture can share the same land. The 75-megawatt solar farm has nearly 190,000 panels and produces enough electricity for about 23,000 homes. At the same time, sheep graze between the panels, hay is harvested, and beehives support pollination. The project’s owners hope… Read More »Sheep, Bees and Hay – All on a Solar Farm in Alberta