Michigan State University Agrivoltaics Research Project
Sector: Solar • Location: Hart, Michigan, United States
Source: Morning Ag Clips
Michigan State University researchers and MSU Extension educators are evaluating the potential of agrivoltaics, which combines agricultural operations with solar energy production, in Michigan. The project includes testing agrivoltaics systems in apple orchards at the West Central Michigan Research and Extension Center (WCMREC) in Hart. The research aims to determine if enough power can be generat
- Status
- Prospective
- Sector
- Solar, Education, Raw Materials, Power Generation (CCGT)
- Location
- Hart, Michigan, United States of America
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- Morning Ag Clips
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Description | Michigan State University researchers and MSU Extension educators are evaluating the potential of agrivoltaics, which combines agricultural operations with solar energy production, in Michigan. The project includes testing agrivoltaics systems in apple orchards at the West Central Michigan Research and Extension Center (WCMREC) in Hart. The research aims to determine if enough power can be generated to benefit growers, how fruit trees respond to the system, and the economic feasibility for grower adoption. The project involves collaboration with local solar designers and fabricators to develop solar panel installations over existing wood trellis infrastructure. |
Original sector | Agriculture and Renewable Energy |
Location
Country | United States of America (USA) |
State | Michigan |
City | Hart |
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Source | Morning Ag Clips |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Solar, Education, Raw Materials, Power Generation (CCGT) |
Article published date | 2025-06-22 |
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