Greenbuddies Builds Germany’s Largest Agrivoltaic Power Plant for MaxSolar

A major agrivoltaic project named Triticum—Latin for “wheat”—has been launched in the village of Oberdorf am Lech, integrating agricultural production with solar energy generation. Developed by Greenbuddies for German investor MaxSolar, the facility will have a capacity of just under 17 MWp, making it the largest agrivoltaic installation of its kind in Germany.

The project spans 28 hectares of agricultural land, where wheat will be cultivated beneath elevated photovoltaic modules. The PV panels are mounted on advanced tracker systems that follow the sun’s movement, enabling up to 30% higher electricity generation compared to fixed-tilt systems. The dual-use design aims to demonstrate that solar energy production and agriculture can coexist while improving overall land efficiency.

Full-Service Implementation by Greenbuddies
Greenbuddies is overseeing the entire implementation process, including preparatory work, earthworks, installation of solar structures and panels, electrical integration, technical supervision, and construction management. Completion is expected by the end of 2025, when the project will enter full operation.

The Triticum plant is projected to produce 22 GWh of electricity annually—equivalent to the consumption of roughly 6,000 households. The tracker technology is highlighted as particularly suitable for agrivoltaic applications, allowing for optimized sunlight exposure for crops while enhancing energy yields.

Growing Agrivoltaic Footprint in Europe
Greenbuddies has previously delivered a similar agrivoltaic facility in Hova, Sweden, with a capacity of 5.6 MWp. The site supports the cultivation of wheat and rapeseed beneath the solar structures, with the first successful harvest recorded in 2025.

Across Europe, agrivoltaics is rapidly expanding as countries seek solutions that support both renewable energy generation and agricultural productivity. Germany, France, and the Netherlands are positioning agrivoltaics as a key component of their energy transition strategies and food security efforts.

The Czech Republic is also advancing in this area. Since 2024, farmers have been permitted to install solar panels above vineyards, hop fields, and orchards. Beginning in November 2025, new regulations from the Ministry of Agriculture will allow agrivoltaic installations above arable land growing crops such as cabbage, broccoli, and tomatoes—marking an important step toward wider adoption of the technology.