The use of renewable energy sources in integrated energy supply systems for agriculture

Abstract

In many sectors of the industry, for example in agriculture, many countries find alternative sources of energy as an acceptable and feasible choice, given the high energy requirements on the one hand and the negative environmental effect of fossil fuels, on the other. Sustainable agriculture is a delicate equilibrium to increase crop production and preserve economic stability while reducing the use of scarce natural resources and the negative effects of the environment. The use of renewable energy systems for sustainable agriculture, therefore, needs to be promoted. This paper is a state of art on the numerous update and feasible technologies of renewable energy applications in the agricultural sectors. It also discusses the significance of renewable energy as environmentally clean technologies and the most reliable energy source. This study covers different types of renewable energy sources like solar systems, biomass energy, and hydropower. Such forms of renewables have been proven to be suitable options in agriculture, and in particular for remote rural areas.