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Solar Panels Over Irrigation Canals Show Big Water and Algae Gains in California Pilot
Key Takeaways
- California's 1.6 MW Nexus pilot put solar arrays over active irrigation canals.
- The project reported a 70% reduction in water evaporation and an 85% reduction in algae growth.
- The approach could expand renewable generation while reducing land-use conflicts.
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DT Editorial Team··via pv-magazine.com