Watts and Crops: Agrivoltaic farms in rural villages
The project examines the multifaceted impacts of Agrivoltaic territorial projects on rural villages in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area. By studying past and future changes related to land use, resource allocation, and community dynamics, the study unravels the intricate interplay between this innovative energy-food co-production system and village social dynamics. The project aims to help the public to understand the potential and drawbacks of this technology and therefore facilitate new possibilities in sustainable rural development.
The project examines the multifaceted impacts of Agrivoltaic territorial projects on rural villages in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area. By studying past and future changes related to land use, resource allocation, and community dynamics, the study unravels the intricate interplay between this innovative energy-food co-production system and village social dynamics. The project aims to help the public to understand the potential and drawbacks of this technology and therefore facilitate new possibilities in sustainable rural development.
- 2023
- Grantee: Emily Po and Quentin Yiu
Founded by Emily Po and Quentin Yiu, Design PY is an interdisciplinary design practice based in Hong Kong and New York. The firm has showcased its innovative designs locally and internationally, garnering recognition for its proposals in infrastructure and resilient design. Notably, Design PY secured second place in the 2023 Qianhai Public Space, Infrastructure, and Art Installation Design Competition. The firm's impactful contributions have been highlighted at NYCxDESIGN 2020, and it has received the Buell Center Paris Prize in 2018. Furthermore, the duo’s work has been featured in publications such as Abstract 2019 and President’s Medals 2020, underscoring their commitment to pushing boundaries in the realm of design.