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The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) reports that solar photovoltaic (PV) projects can boost agricultural productivity and restore degraded land. By the end of 2024, solar PV is projected to represent 77% of global power capacity additions, totaling 1,867 gigawatts.

Properly planned installations, especially on degraded land, can enhance soil conditions and biodiversity. Models such as agrivoltaics and solar grazing provide dual benefits of energy production and improved farming outcomes. IRENA highlights the need for proactive planning and stakeholder engagement to optimize solar PV's ecological and economic impacts.