Solarplaza Summit | Agri-PV Europe

Thursday 18 September 2025


08:30

Registration & Welcome Coffee

09:00

Opening Words

10 min.

Session 1

Market Growth and Regulatory Overview

09:10

Opening Keynote: Why Germany? Germany as a learning laboratory

presentation

20 min.

Germany's pioneering role in Agri-PV, driven by supportive legislation and a thriving sector, makes it a global learning laboratory. This keynote explores the key factors behind Germany's success and what lessons can be applied elsewhere

  • Overview of Germany's Agri-PV market and its growth trajectory
  • Success factors and best practices in German Agri-PV project development
  • Future outlook for Agri-PV in Germany and its global implications.

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09:30

Stop or go? Regulatory development in Europe's biggest Agri-PV markets

presentation

30 min.

Effective policy is crucial for unlocking Agri-PV's full potential. In a series of 3 presentations, gain insight as local players recount their experience and evaluate how efficient are existing legislations towards accelerating Agri-PV development.

  • Overview of supportive policies (incentives, feed-in tariffs, etc.) in Italy, Spain and France
  • Effectiveness of the market mechanisms in practice 
  • Recommendations for future policy development to accelerate Agri-PV adoption.

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10:00

Investing in Agri-PV: Opportunities and Risks in a Growing Market

panel

35 min.

The Agri-PV market offers significant investment opportunities, but also presents unique risks. This panel brings together investors and industry experts to discuss market trends, promising regions, and strategies for successful investment.

  • Current and future market trends in Agri-PV regionally
  • Perception of risk according to different stakeholders
  • Analysis of successful investment models and financing mechanisms for Agri-PV projects
  • Strategies for entering and navigating different Agri-PV markets
  • Bottlenecks, red flags and blockages experienced

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moderator

Even Kvelland

Glint Solar

Paz Díaz Bauluz

Demeter Investment Managers

10:35

Morning Networking Break

Session 2

Bridging the Gap – From Innovation to Implementation

11:15

Technology showcase: Dual presentation with provider and end user

presentation

20 min.

Effective mounting structures are crucial for optimizing Agri-PV systems. This case study explores innovative designs and technologies, highlighting their impact on land use efficiency, crop management, and system integration.

  • Overview of the featured panel technology and its key features (e.g., bifacial, translucent, high-efficiency)
  • Performance data and real-world results from Agri-PV installations using this technology
  • Analysis of the technology's advantages and limitations
  • Discussion of cost-effectiveness and scalability
  • Future development trends and potential improvements

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11:35

Technology showcase: Dual presentation with provider and end user

presentation

20 min.

Moving from pilot projects to widespread adoption requires overcoming technical, logistical, and economic challenges. This panel discusses strategies for scaling up Agri-PV, including smart farming integration, IoT, robotics, and the role of corporate involvement.

  • Overview of the featured structure technology (e.g., trackers, adjustable height, lightweight)
  • Analysis of its impact on land use, crop growth, and agricultural practices
  • Discussion of installation costs, maintenance requirements, and system integration
  • Comparison with other available structure technologies
  • Future trends in Agri-PV structure design and development

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11:55

Scaling Up Agri-PV: From Pilot Projects to Commercial Success

panel

35 min.

Moving from pilot projects to widespread adoption requires overcoming technical, logistical, and economic challenges. This panel discusses strategies for scaling up Agri-PV, including smart farming integration, IoT, robotics, and the role of corporate involvement.

  • Strategies for scaling up Agri-PV projects while maintaining cost-effectiveness and sustainability
  • Basic agrivoltaics vs advanced agrivoltaics
  • Comparison of CAPEX and ROI for agrivoltaic technologies 
  • Integration of smart farming technologies, IoT sensors, and data analytics for optimized management

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James MacDonald

ENGIE

Tomasz Nowosielski

Burgenland Energie

12:30

Lunch Networking Break

Session 3

Meaningful Collaboration: Leading European Agri-PV Projects

14:10

Case study presentation exploring the development and construction phase

presentation

20 min.

A series of presentations showcasing successful Agri-PV projects in different regions, highlighting the unique local context, adopted technologies, business models, and lessons learned.

14:30

Case study presentation exploring the operation & maintenence phase

presentation

20 min.

A series of presentations showcasing successful Agri-PV projects in different regions, highlighting the unique local context, adopted technologies, business models, and lessons learned.

14:50

The Farmer's Perspective: Integrating Agri-PV into Agricultural Practices

panel

35 min.

This panel puts farmers front and center, providing a platform for them to share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs in integrating Agri-PV. Gain valuable insights into the practical realities of Agri-PV implementation directly from those on the front lines.

  • First-hand accounts of integrating Agri-PV into diverse farming operations
  • Open discussion of the challenges and opportunities faced by farmers adopting Agri-PV
  • Insights into how Agri-PV impacts farm management, labor, and profitability
  • Exploration of the relationship between farmers, developers, and policymakers in successful Agri-PV projects
  • Q&A session allowing attendees to directly engage with farmer panelists

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moderator

David Lecoufle

Ecolieu Lacampagne

15:25

Afternoon Networking Break

Session 4

Growing a Shared Future – Building a Resilient Food System

16:10

Imagining the Future of Agri-PV

45 min.

16:55

The Role of Agri-PV in Building a Resilient Food System

panel

35 min.

This panel will synthesize the key takeaways from the conference and discuss the broader role of Agri-PV in creating a more resilient and sustainable food system.

  • Summary of key trends, challenges, and opportunities in the Agri-PV sector
  • Discussion of Agri-PV's contribution to food security, climate change mitigation, and rural development
  • Discussion on how developed market learnings can accelerate emerging market Agri-PV development
  • Vision for the future of Agri-PV and its role in a sustainable food system.

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17:30

Closing Remarks

presentation

5 min.

17:35

Closing Networking Drinks

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Dee Yon Chng
Project Manager

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Domenica Rodà
Project Coordinator

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Lon Stappers
Business Developer

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