Abstract:
Quick and extensive mitigation measures for the energy sector are essential for curbing global warming and ensuring a sustainable future for all. Solar power, one of the most economical and effective options for climate change mitigation, must be rapidly scaled up to accelerate the transition to sustainable energy. However, the large-scale expansion of solar energy has raised mounting concerns, particularly related to land-use conflicts and ecological trade-offs. Installations of solar power have been shown to displace agricultural land, intrude upon protected areas, and threaten vulnerable species. These competing demands for land intensify tensions among energy development, food security, and biodiversity conservation.
Citation:
Zhang, Y., & Lu, Y. (2025), 'Mine photovoltaic systems for a sustainable energy transition', Joule, 9(9), 102097, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.joule.2025.102097