Polenergia and the University of Zielona Gora have jointly released a publication on the biodiversity of photovoltaic farms

Polenergia Group and the University of Zielona Gora have jointly released a scientific publication on the impact of photovoltaic farms on the environment. The book entitled. “Green potential. Photovoltaics as an Example of Renewable Energy Supporting Biodiversity” is the result of more than a year of research by scientists of the University of Zielona Gora and the League for Nature Protection conducted on the grounds of the Farm Complex in Sulechow owned by Polenergia. It is a source of nature information for specialists and laymen alike, but also brings knowledge about the photovoltaic farms themselves. - We share with the readers equally the results of research and good practices of supporting biodiversity through RES,” says Adam Purwin, CEO of Polenergia.

The publication summarizes scientific research on the processes of restoration of grassland ecosystems sown in the areas belonging to Polenergia Photovoltaic Farms Sulechów 1, 2 and 3. Previously, these areas were subjected to intensive agricultural production. Between 2019 and 2022, the Company has implemented photovoltaic installation projects at this site covering more than 60 hectares, with a total capacity of almost 30 MWp.

The development of renewable energy, especially photovoltaic technology, creates an opportunity to restore biodiversity. And this is confirmed by the research of UZ scientists conducted on a photovoltaic farm in Sulechów, described in the publication “Green Potential”. Building sustainable value chains supports energy transition, the development of local ecosystem services such as water retention and soil regeneration, as well as an increase in biodiversity, including the number of protected species. We are sharing with the public the results of research and best practices from a multi-year project.

Adam Purwin

Adam Purwin, CEO of Polenergia S.A.

In 2021, a flower meadow was planted on the first section of the site, partially not covered by panels. In 2022, another area was sown with mixtures of native species of flowers and meadow grasses. The selection of plants and plantings was developed in cooperation with naturalist experts, taking into account local soil conditions, in order to maximize the region’s biodiversity restoration potential.

Naturalists from the University of Zielona Gora studied the Sulechów Photovoltaic Farm Complex from April 2023 to August 2024. The work included monitoring of many groups of organisms, focusing especially on the process of ecosystem restoration. Published in December 2024, the scientific publication entitled. “Green Potential. Photovoltaics as an example of renewable energy supporting biodiversity” is the result of this research.

Partnerships for Sustainable Development (SDGs), including collaboration with scientific entities, are central to our projects. They enable the creation of good practices that support ecosystems and the scientific evaluation of the restoration of local ecosystems. The publication presented here is also an example of effective internal cooperation between construction, operation and environmental teams. This comprehensive approach allows us to generate added value for all stakeholder groups, contributing to our common goals. Photovoltaic power generation has great potential, so we invite you to read the publication, in which we share our research results and experiences.

Łukasz Buczyński

Member of the Management Board of Polenergia S.A.

The authors of the publication (Alicja Dubicka-Czechowska, Paweł Czechowski, Olaf Ciebiera, Anna Chruścicka and Marcin Bocheński) comprehensively analyze the key challenges of modern renewable energy in the context of existing local biodiversity, nature protection and landscape. They also provide a description of biodiversity on photovoltaic installations, current legal regulations, analyze guidelines from landscape audits, and address issues of minimizing the environmental impact of such investments.

Published studies have confirmed the occurrence of many species of protected animals and plants on the Sulechów farms, as well as the relationships developed between them in a short period of time. This development of biodiversity is possible thanks to the Polenergia Group’s consistent and conscious changes in project management over the years. It is also the development and operationalization of the Company’s policies and strategies, such as the “Biodiversity Strategy” and the “Polenergia Group Environmental and Social Policy.”

The sustainable development of renewable energy is not only a matter of technology, but also of harmony with nature - from the careful selection of photovoltaic farm sites, to the protection of nature at the stage of investment implementation, to the promotion of biodiversity and its development in the long term. The publication comprehensively analyzes the key challenges of modern renewable energy in the context of biodiversity protection and development.

Dr. Olaf Ciebiera

Department of Nature Conservation at the Institute of Biological Sciences at the University of Zielona Gora

The publication was printed on special wood-free uncoated paper made from renewable raw materials. The production process takes into account responsible management of water, energy and transportation, as confirmed by the Ecolabel certificate.

In publishing the book, the following also collaborated: League for Nature Protection, District of Zielona Gora and the authors of Dzicyzapylacze.pl .

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Polenergia and the University of Zielona Gora have jointly released a publication on the biodiversity of photovoltaic farms

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