What is pollinator-friendly solar and how does it work? 

By using the area between solar panels to grow plants friendly to pollinators a solar project can maximizing its benefits! A pollinator-friendly garden in addition to providing a valuable habitat for threatened species also reduces long-term maintenance cost, increases community support of a project, provides aesthetic value, and assists in stormwater management.

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How can I learn more?

You can learn more by visiting the UVM Extension Pollinator Friendly page for the latest research from their team.

Pollinator Friendly Solar Webinar – NC Clean Energy Technology Center

What can I do? 

Join our efforts [maxbutton id=”1″ url=”https://www.revermont.org/take-the-pledge/” text=”Take the Pledge” ]

 

More information:

• NREL Overview of Opportunities for Co-Location of Agriculture and Solar (PDF)
• NREL Solar Pollinators (PDF)
• Standard for Bird and Pollinator friendly Solar Sites (PDF)
• Minnesota Solar Sanctuaries for Birds, Bees, and Pollinators (Prairie Restorations, Inc.)