Opportunities to enhance pollinator biodiversity in solar parks

Source:

Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews Volume 145, July 2021

Author(s):

H. Blaydesa
S.G. Potts
J.D. Whyatt
A. Armstrong

Topic(s):

Additional Keywords:

Pollinator, Solar parks, Renewable energy, Land use change, Land management, Ecosystem services, Biodiversity, Conservation

Abstract/Summary:

"Renewable power capacity is increasing globally in response to energy decarbonisation, with solar photovoltaic (PV) projected to be the dominant renewable. A significant proportion of solar PV is deployed as ground-mounted solar parks with potential implications for the hosting ecosystem."