Landscape and energy production : possible co-existence?

Abstract

This paper shows the energy production of some photovoltaic plants located in the province of Ragusa (Italy) and their impact on the landscape. The systems were realized and monitored by the authors since installation. The plants located in Ragusa, Marina di Ragusa, Santa Croce Camerina, Pozzallo, in Ragusa province, have been studied from the point of view of the yield and of their installation compared to the surrounding environment. The goal imposed by Italian regulations and design analysis of the authors, was to find solutions to find a balance between productivity and impact on the landscape.