Sheep graze under solar panels in Andalusia, creating a symbiotic relationship for cheese and renewable energy.
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A small cheese dairy in Salteras produces “solar cheese,” unique in Andalusia for using sheep’s milk. For nearly a year, their sheep have grazed under solar panels at Endesa’s Aljarafe renewable energy plant near Seville. This symbiotic relationship benefits both the livestock and the solar farm; the sheep act as natural lawn mowers, keeping paths clear between the photovoltaic panels, which also provide shade for the animals. Endesa supports local producers through such collaborations. While public figures note that large-scale renewable energy projects raise concerns about land use, companies prioritize collaboration with local communities. Other examples of integrating agriculture and renewables include using solar installations to power citrus crops in Benacazón, and international studies highlighting agrivoltaics in countries like Czechia and Bulgaria, though the latter has seen political controversy regarding agricultural land conversion.
