How Vertical Solar Panels Are Changing Farms in 2025! | EP298

from Clean Power Hour · host Tim Montague, John Weaver

Ready to discover why smart solar developers and farmers are choosing agrivoltaics over traditional solar?Today on the Clean Power Hour, join host Tim Montague and four industry leaders who share real data, proven results, and practical insights on how vertical racking helps farmers achieve superior returns compared to conventional approaches🎯 Featured Experts:Helge Biernath - Founder & CEO of SunzaunIan Skor - Founder & CEO of Sandbox SolarProfessor Majdi Abou Najm - UC Davis ResearcherJohn Langdon - Oregon farmer and "Solar Saves Farms" advocateWhy This Matters to YOU:For Solar Developers: ✅ 15x higher energy density per square foot with vertical systems✅ Premium pricing - capture afternoon peak rates up to 62¢/kWh✅ Lower LCOE through reduced soiling, snow issues, and maintenance✅ New market access in areas where traditional solar faces oppositionFor Farmers & Landowners:✅ Income diversification without losing agricultural production✅ 8-12% water savings, reducing operational costs✅ 120%+ land productivity (energy + agriculture combined)✅ Enhanced crop resilience through beneficial microclimate creationFor Investors & Financial Professionals:✅ Proven ROI models with real performance data✅ Multiple revenue streams from a single land asset✅ Risk mitigation through diversified income sources✅ Scalable solutions from pilot to commercial deployment🎪 Upcoming Events Mentioned:Solar Farm Summit (August 4-7, Chicago)California Agrivoltaics Day (November 5, UC Davis)Connect with Guests Helge BiernathIan SkorProfessor MajdiJohn Langdon Support the showConnect with Tim Clean Power Hour Clean Power Hour on YouTubeTim on TwitterTim on LinkedIn Email [email protected] Review Clean Power Hour on Apple PodcastsThe Clean Power Hour is produced by the Clean Power Consulting Group and created by Tim Montague. Contact us by email: [email protected] sponsors who share our mission to speed the energy transition are invited to check out https://www.cleanpowerhour.com/support/The Clean Power Hour is brought to you by CPS America, maker of North America’s number one 3-phase string inverter, with over 6GW shipped in the US. With a focus on commercial and utility-scale solar and energy storage, the company partners with customers to provide unparalleled performance and service. The CPS America product lineup includes 3-phase string inverters from 25kW to 275kW, exceptional data communication and controls, and energy storage solutions designed for seamless integration with CPS America systems. Learn more at www.chintpowersystems.com

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