--- url: 'https://sandboxsolar.com/services/agrivoltaics-modeling/' title: Agrivoltaics Modeling author: name: Nick Fahey url: 'https://sandboxsolar.com/author/nickfahey/' date: '2026-06-09T04:53:08+00:00' modified: '2026-06-12T23:40:42+00:00' type: page published: true --- # Agrivoltaics Modeling Agrivoltaic Modeling # ADVANCING AGRIVOLTAIC RESEARCH THROUGH DATA-DRIVEN SIMULATION Sandbox Solar has developed a agrivoltaics modeling framework for accurately forecasting agricultural and photovoltaic production, air temperatures, soil moisture, and estimated water savings for locations throughout the United States. [TRY OUR MODELING APP](https://spadesolar.com/) ![NABCEP PV Installation Professional Certificate](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/NABCEP_Small.webp) ![NOCO winner sandbox solar](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/best-of-noco-2024-sandbox-solar-450x450-1.webp) ![Top Solar contractors 2025 Sandbox Solar](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2025-TSC-1.webp) ![nextdoor neighborhood fave sandbox solar](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/nextdoor-fave-2025-sticker-sandbox-solar.webp) Agrivoltaic Software ## PRECISION MODELING FOR AGRIVOLTAIC SYSTEMS Sandbox Solar’s agrivoltaic modeling platform helps researchers, growers, and developers evaluate system performance with confidence. Simulate crop production, solar generation, environmental conditions, and water savings across a wide range of climates and site layouts. Our data-driven tools support smarter planning, improved efficiency, and more informed agrivoltaic project decisions. [TRY OUR MODELING APP](https://spadesolar.com/) ![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Sandbox-Solar-CSU-Agrivoltaics-Testing-Grounds-14-no-logo.webp) ## AGRIVOLTAIC RESEARCH AND MODELING [ ![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/8U0A2412-final.webp) ](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/8U0A2412-final.webp) [ ![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0356.webp) ](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0356.webp) [ ![CSU Agrivoltaics Testing Site](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Copy-of-DSC_0578.webp) ](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Copy-of-DSC_0578.webp) [ ![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0131.webp) ](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0131.webp) [ ![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0801.webp) ](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DSC_0801.webp) [ ![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20210810_095003-1285.webp) ](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/20210810_095003-1285.webp) [ ![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/IMG_20200918_110636-1285.webp) ](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/IMG_20200918_110636-1285.webp) ### AGRIVOLTAICS RESEARCH In 2019, Sandbox Solar was awarded a USDA SBIR Phase 1 grant to study agrivoltaics with semi-transparent technologies. Sandbox installed 9 separate pole mounts with 3 different panel transparencies. Our team has been working with the CSU Horticulture Department to collect crop yields and growing environment data. Since 2019, Sandbox Solar has conducted agrivoltaics modeling research. [TRY OUR MODELING APP](https://spadesolar.com/) ### MODELING AND SIMULATION Sandbox Solar has developed a agrivoltaics modeling framework for accurately forecasting agricultural and photovoltaic production, air temperatures, soil moisture, and estimated water savings for locations throughout the United States. Our tool currently exceeds expectations for irradiance accuracy. From these results, we are able to confidently use the irradiance model to deliver metrics with a list of suggested crops that would work in such conditions [TRY OUR MODELING APP](https://spadesolar.com/) ![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/AV-Model-Graphics-FInal.png) ## AGRIVOLTAIC PARTNERS [![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/US-DoE.png)](https://hortla.agsci.colostate.edu/) [![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/logo-writing-dark-420x120-1.webp)](https://spadesolar.com) [![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Ladybug.png)](https://energy.colostate.edu/about/the-powerhouse/) [![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/NREL.png)](https://www.enelx.com/en/e-mobility/ev-charge-stations) [![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Janus.png)](https://hortla.agsci.colostate.edu/) [![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/CSU.png)](https://www.fcgov.com/utilities/go-renewable/commercial/solar) [![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Hyperion.png)](https://energy.colostate.edu/about/the-powerhouse/) [![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/West.png)](https://www.enelx.com/en/e-mobility/ev-charge-stations) [![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/LARTA.png)](https://hortla.agsci.colostate.edu/) [![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Lightstar.png)](https://www.fcgov.com/utilities/go-renewable/commercial/solar) [![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Summit.png)](https://energy.colostate.edu/about/the-powerhouse/) [![](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Native-Hill.png)](https://www.enelx.com/en/e-mobility/ev-charge-stations) ## CONTACT US ## FREE QUOTE FORM - # Free Quote Form - * - - * - - - * - - * - * State * CO WY - * - Areas of Interest ResidentialCommercialBattery BackupEV ChargingExisting System ServiceDetach and ResetAgrivoltaicsHeat Pump - Existing System Documentation Browse FilesDrag and drop files here Choose a file Please attach a picture/s or PDF/s of your existing system including your inverter make/model Cancelof - * How'd you hear about us? * Referral Web Search Saw Our Team Employee Referral Social Media Newsletter NextDoor Ad EnergySage Demand IQ Other - Referral Name - Referral Email - Employee Name - Electric Service Provider Fort Collins Utilities Xcel Energy PVREA Longmont Utilities Loveland Light & Power United Power Other - Roof/Mount Type Roof - Comp Shingle Roof - Metal Roof - Tile Ground Mount Car Port Other - View utility bill and submit yearly kWh (kilowatt-hours). - Favorite Communication Method Email Phone Call Text Message - Utility Bill Browse FilesDrag and drop files here Choose a file Attaching a picture or PDF of your bill ensures accuracy of your consumption data. 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