Specialist committees in the A-TWG

A-TWG members may suggest the creation of Specialist Committees (SCs) to do more in-depth research, analysis, and deliberation around an issue or data and knowledge gaps that have been identified by the group. SCs will be supported by the facilitators of the A-TWG and are to be comprised of stakeholders with specific technical expertise and who can provide geographic and/or sectoral balance, as needed. Specialist Committee members will be appointed based on their relevant subject-matter expertise or first-hand knowledge and experience with the topic under consideration. Specialist Committees should aim for a limited number of core members (approximately 6 to 8) ready and willing to do the work. SC members may include non-A-TWG members as recommended and approved by the A-TWG.

Agrivoltaics Specialist Committee

Purpose

Purpose of AGV-SC: Given that NYS would like to advance Agrivoltaics that is beneficial to farmers and their communities to encourage further development of solar while maintaining and demonstrating viable commercial agriculture operations, the AGV-SC shall:

  • Develop a stronger understanding of the current state and potential for AGV in NYS to promote land use efficiencies, supplement agricultural revenue streams, and minimize land use competition.

  • Identify information and knowledge needed to better understand the viability of AGV across a range of conditions in NYS.

  • Provide guidance on how policies and programs could be developed or amended to advance AGV.

Agrivoltaics: a simultaneous use of land for solar photovoltaic power generation and agricultural production of “crops, livestock and livestock products,” as that phrase is defined by New York State Agriculture and Markets Law (AML) § 301(2).

Reports

NYSERDA commissioned Growing Agrivoltaics in New York State [Web Page] to explore how agriculture and renewable energy can work hand-in-hand to support decarbonization. All while supporting agricultural viability and food system resilience, and identifying potential opportunities and constraints associated with increasing uptake of agrivoltaics projects in the State. The report was informed by engagement with A-TWG and the AGV SC. It explores the State’s agricultural context, emerging agrivoltaics pilots and programs, and provides cursory review of agrivoltaics feasibility from a solar design perspective. The report helps to advance understanding of agrivoltaics relevant to New York’s agricultural landscape to support future discussions on policy and incentives. It includes key recommendations from A-TWG for continued research and engagement.

Meeting Materials

November 9, 2022 Meeting - Agenda 11/9/22 [PDF] | Presentation 11/9/22 [PDF]

January 5, 2023 Meeting - Agenda 1/5/23 [PDF] | Presentation 1/5/23 [PDF]

February 17, 2023 Meeting - Agenda 2/17/23 [PDF] | Presentation 2/17/23 [PDF]

April 6, 2023 Meeting - Agenda 4/6/23 [PDF] | Presentation 4/6/23 [PDF]

June 1, 2023 Meeting - Agenda 6/1/23 [PDF] | Presentation 6/1/23

July 13, 2023 Meeting - Agenda 7/13/23 [PDF] | Presentation 7/13/23 [pdf]

September 29, 2023 Meeting - Agenda 9/29/23 [PDF] | Presentation 9/29/23 [PDF]

November 13, 2023 Meeting - Agenda 11/13/23 [PDF] | Presentation 11/13/23 [PDF]

February 13, 2024 Meeting - Agenda 2/13/24 [PDF] | Presentation 2/13/24 [PDF]

March 25, 2024 Meeting - Agenda 3/25/24 [PDF] | Presentation 3/25/24 [PDF]