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STAL Project Creates Solar Technology for Farmers

Goal is to reduce use of natural gas in agriculture sector through lightweight plastic solar roofs.

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By: DAVID SAVASTANO

Editor, Ink World Magazine

The STAL project started at the end of 2018, with the goal of reducing the use of natural gas in the agricultural sector by cleverly integrating solar technology into a lightweight plastic roof. STAL stands for Solar Tailored Agro Laminates.   A consortium of companies and Solliance Solar Research collaborates in the development of plastic roof elements that generate electrical energy and can store solar heat. With a budget of €3 million, the consortium will integrate thin film solar cells, deve...

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