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Solar farms could double as havens for native plants
Original: Studies map microclimates beneath solar panels to help native vegetation thrive in the shadow of renewable energy
New research is mapping the microclimates created beneath solar panels, where shade and cooler temperatures could support native vegetation. Scientists hope the findings will guide the design of solar farms so renewable energy installations also restore or protect plant life, turning energy infrastructure into habitat. The approach, known as agrivoltaics or ecovoltaics, is drawing attention as solar deployment expands worldwide.
Why now: Growing solar buildout is prompting interest in co-locating renewable energy with land restoration and biodiversity goals.
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