Across the boundless deserts of the UAE, winds carry the warmth of sunlight and stir the pulse of the global zero-carbon transition.With innovative technologies, ESET SOLAR injects distinctive momentum into this desert land:the tailor-made the 300kW Masdar Project, has been officially completed.By nurturing agriculture with solar power and supporting farming with clean electricity, it enables the symbiotic prosperity of clean energy and modern agriculture.
01. Light-Agriculture Coordination Precise and Adaptive Technological Innovation
In accordance with local policies in the Middle East and the existing structure of planting greenhouses,the project adopts a support design with a height of 5 meters and a spacing of 6 meters,seamlessly integrating with the steel structure of the greenhouses.
The system features modular design and rapid installation technology,which neither affects the normal growth space of crops nor disturbs the land to the maximum extent.
Agrivoltaic solution is not simply a superposition of equipment,but a coordinated operation of an entire agricultural-photovoltaic system,whose core lies in an in-depth understanding of crop growth patterns.
Take figs planted in the project as an example:they love light but are sensitive to strong direct sunlight.ESET SOLAR has developed a precise light control solution accordingly:
Based on the ESEEK series intelligent tracking support system,the angle of PV modules is adjusted in real time:
• At noon with intense sunlight, the modules tilt to 0° to effectively shade crops and avoid sunburn;
• During other periods, they return to 60° to track sunlight efficiently while ensuring sufficient light for crops under the greenhouse,resulting in plump and sweet fruits.
Truly, light is used to its full potential.
Closed-Loop Empowerment | A Three-Dimensional and Efficient Ecological Model
The underlying logic of Agrivoltaic solution is to build a self-sufficient closed-loop ecosystem.The electricity generated by the 300kW Masdar Project, UAE fully meets the power demand for irrigation, fertilization, ventilation, temperature controland other operations inside the planting greenhouses.
Through a customized electric control system,it realizes the automation of agricultural production,reducing the cost and environmental pressure brought by traditional energy.
This three-dimensional development model does not occupy additional arable land and solves the problems of land shortage and low utilization efficiency.
With technological innovation by ESET SOLAR,this model can be extended to diversified scenarios such as smart animal husbandry and primary processing of agricultural products in the future,providing solid technical support for the local area to build a full-chain ecological system of zero-carbon agriculture + green energy.
03.Extreme Working Conditions | Customized Weather-Resistant Protection System
Support stability is the foundation for the operation of an Agrivoltaic solution system.Al Ain, UAE, where the project is located, has a tropical desert climate characterized by high salt fog, strong sand dust, extreme winds and a daily temperature difference of up to 20°C,posing an extreme test for PV supports.
Based on the complex local conditions and 40 years of technological accumulation,all support surfaces are coated with advanced zinc-aluminum-magnesium coating,which features excellent self-repair and strong corrosion resistance.Core components adopt a closed process to achieve IP65 dust protection,effectively preventing equipment failures caused by fine sand intrusion.
The project is equipped with high-precision climate sensors and an intelligent early warning control system,providing early warning of extreme weather and linking support self-locking with the greenhouse structure to form a collaborative wind-resistant effect,breaking the stereotype that agriculture depends on the weather.
If the Agrivoltaic solution system is planned in the early stage of greenhouse construction,the integrated design can further enhance the greenhouse’s ability to resist extreme weather,truly realizing the integrated stress and protection of the PV system and agricultural facilities.
As a benchmark project in the field of Agrivoltaic solution in the Middle East,the 300kW Masdar Project in the UAE provides a replicable and promotable green development model for energy transition and sustainable agricultural development in regions with diverse crops and extreme climates worldwide.
With 18 years of experience in project design,ESET SOLAR has a deep understanding of extreme climates and relevant policies around the globe.With customized full-scenario support solutions,ESET SOLAR continues to contribute Chinese wisdom and solutions to the integrated development of global clean energy and modern agriculture.
