Solar Sprout

Solution presented by the students of Case Western Reserve University (U.S.A.) - member of SDSN USA
Led by students at Case Western Reserve University (USA) to address the loss of valuable farmland, Solar Sprout is an emerging energy and sustainability-oriented startup dedicated to addressing the increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions through an "agrivoltaics" approach, which involves integrating plants that thrive on specific wavelengths and can allow humanity to generate energy. This innovative approach optimizes land utilization by incorporating transparent panels, fostering a mutually beneficial relationship between crops and solar infrastructure. Solar Sprout is thus pioneering a new way to address both food insecurity and the energy crisis.
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About Universities for Goal 13:
Sponsored by Siemens Energy, a global leader in renewable energy, and in collaboration with the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN), ‘Universities for Goal 13’ is an annual competition and award to recognize students’ talent and their critical role in the quest of new technology and innovative solutions to combat climate change and its impacts. We aim to foster practical solutions for achieving SDG 13 on Climate Action, from multi-disciplinary perspectives and in a collaborative way.
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About the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN):
The UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) was set up in 2012 under the auspices of the UN Secretary-General. SDSN mobilizes global scientific and technological expertise to promote practical solutions for sustainable development, including the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Climate Agreement. SDSN works closely with United Nations agencies, multilateral financing institutions, the private sector, and civil society.
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