A team of specialists from Trakia University travelled last month to the ECOLOOP pilot site near Albena, Bulgaria, where they assessed ongoing developments in smart agriculture and renewable energy integration.
During the visit, the researchers examined the progress of the Smart Agri-PV greenhouses, including the performance of the recently installed photovoltaic panels. They also worked with local partners to refine the strategy for upcoming greenhouse crop cultivation, a key step in testing the site’s smart-farming approach.
The Albena pilot site serves as one of ECOLOOP’s main demonstration hubs. Here, the project is trialling a combination of technologies and practices designed to reshape agricultural production:
- Photovoltaic systems that supply renewable energy directly to farm operations
- Smart devices that regulate and monitor greenhouse conditions
- Circular economy solutions that turn agricultural and food waste into biogas
According to the project partners, the collaboration between Albena PLC and Trakia University underscores “the region’s growing commitment to integrating renewable energy into agricultural systems”. The work underway in Albena is expected to provide valuable insights for rural communities aiming to reduce energy costs, boost sustainability, and adopt more resilient farming models.
