The project is currently in the first project phase: the detailed concept phase.

During this phase, all modules are defined in detail to meet the requirements of Namibian farms.

The key is to generate renewable energy using solar and wind power. This alone enables an increase in fruit and vegetable production. Agri-PV can further increase land utilization. The renewable energy generated can be used directly to power an intelligent irrigation system or stored in batteries for later use when needed.
Surplus electrical energy is further converted into hydrogen by electrolysis, which can be stored for longer periods of time. The green hydrogen produced in this way can then either be converted back into electrical energy by feeding it into a fuel cell, or it can be sold or used in local hydrogen applications.
Innovative planting methods will also be evaluated for the Namibian market. The keywords here are smart greenhouses and vertical farming.

An additional part of the modular system is an innovative, intelligent irrigation system with drip irrigation. Wastewater is treated using MBBR technology and can thus be reused for irrigation.

When completed, newly developed digital education formats will ensure the training of local employees and prepare the Namibian population for the hydrogen society. All this will lead to attractive and sustainable jobs in new technologies in Namibia.

The first system will be installed in 2025 at the Albrechtshöhe Guest Farm, about 1.5 hours northwest of Windhoek. A second system will be installed on a government farm, a so-called “resettlement farm”.