The project aims to create a multidisciplinary RO-MD research team dedicated to integrating advanced green technologies for sustainable farming. UTM researchers will enhance their expertise in PAW generation and PV/PVT systems with light dispersion. Through visits, workshops, and collaborative research, the project will strengthen UTM researchers’ scientific capacity in sustainable farming and renewable energy systems. In the framework of the project, it will be developed an innovative photovoltaic (PV/PVT) panel system incorporating a light dispersion under PVs for greenhouses farming.
SynFarm collaborative research project addresses technical challenges for modernizing greenhouse farming:
This will focus on designing and implementing a state-of-the-art greenhouse equipped for the integration of innovative technologies. Key activities include the development of a photovoltaic system with light-dispersion management, assessment of ground illumination, and deployment of a controlled irrigation system with sensor-based monitoring.
This will focus on defining the requirements for NTP applications in greenhouse systems and establishing detailed design specifications for the NTP reactor. It includes the development of the power supply architecture needed for stable reactor operation, followed by preliminary testing to validate system performance.
This will focus on analysing key environmental factors within greenhouse systems and evaluating the physio-chemical characteristics of PAW. It includes the assessment of shadowing effects on microclimate conditions, along with a comparative analysis of greenhouse performance with and without PV-induced shading.