YINCHUAN, Nov 27(ABC): On a vast expanse of desertified land, rows of photovoltaic power panels shine in sunlight, with goji berries planted under the panels. The Baofeng farming-light integrated photovoltaic (PV) power station is developing a model that makes use of the desert area, measuring some 160,000 mu (about 10,667 hectares), and the abundant sunshine, while simultaneously encouraging the growth of viable crops.
The dual system of agriculture and green energy is promoted in northwest China’s Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, transforming the environment and life of locals. As a result, large areas of desert are slowly turning green and becoming arable land, benefitting local farmers who get jobs from PV power stations while continuing their farming activities.