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Ecovoltaics Defined

An ecologically informed approach to solar development that co-prioritizes energy generation and ecosystem services during the design and management phases of photovoltaic energy facility development (Sturchio & Knapp 2023, Nature Ecology & Evolution).  

Our Core Principles

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Siting

Solar development should avoid ecosystems with high conservation or ecological value.

Ecologically Informed Restoration

The thoughtful implementation of ecovoltaics has the potential to restore and enhance ecosystem services in previously disturbed or overutilized lands.

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Collaborative Innovation

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Research

Get to Know Us

Our research is focused on finding solutions for solar energy land use that promote ecological synergies and inform land management.

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Collaborations and Partnerships

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