THE ECONOMICS OF AGRIVOLTAIC SYSTEMS: A MAPPING REVIEW

Agrivoltaic systems (AVS) combine solar PV technology with agriculture, offering a dual-use solution to land-use conflicts and energy needs. While environmental and technical benefits are well-studied, economic viability remains less explored. This review analyzes 53 peer-reviewed studies using metrics like ROI, CBR, and IRR. Results show fixed tilt and bifacial systems offer strong economic potential, while elevated and tracking systems often need policy support. Key challenges include high upfront costs, inconsistent profitability, and limited long-term financial data. Standardized metrics and deeper economic analyses are needed to support AVS adoption and policy development.