The authorities of the Landes department, France, have approved the Terr’Arbouts agrivoltaic project, launched in 2020 by 35 farmers working to diversify crops due to water quality problems.
The project, developed by Green Lighthouse Développement (GLHD), covers 700 hectares and will feature 200 hectares of solar panels, which will generate 450 MW of power in addition to agricultural production.
“A rotation of feed, oilseeds and omega-3 rich crops will support livestock farms and local needs,” said Jean-Michel Lamothe, president of PATAV, the farmers’ association behind the project.
Authorities have formalized the sustainability of the project with agreements including a rural lease and a partnership to protect water resources.
Jean-Marc Fabius, CEO and founder of Green Lighthouse Développement, said the project has undergone five years of studies and consultation, which has led to improvements such as the preservation of rural paths, the creation of ecological and scenic corridors and the reduction of certain areas of land use. These changes have been made to address the concerns of local communities, CDPENAF members, government agencies, associations and residents. The project will be commissioned in 2028.
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