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The aim Sun2Fork is to develop an integrated greenhouse farming system through the adoption of energy-efficient photovoltaic systems coupled with hydroponic solutions, sustainable substrates and biostimulants to improve the sustainability of Mediterranean greenhouse farming systems and reduce production costs, contributing to mitigate and adapt to climate change.The objective is the synergic integration of the consortium expertise with the farmer experiences and needs. The specific objectives of Sun2Fork are:To maximize the efficiency of organic and hybrid photovoltaic solar panels through the optimization of the trade-off between transparency and efficiency. To integrate sensors for climate control, irrigation and fertilization in a hydroponic greenhouse by means of artificial-intelligence and deep learning. To optimize management techniques (alternative substrates, resilient species and varieties, biostimulants and recirculation irrigation system) to maximize crop performance and reduce wastes in soilless systems. To demonstrate the advanced, integrated results of the project in a demonstrative greenhouse merging all the innovations obtained in the project for an optimum training and exploitation of results among agricultural final users. To perform the integrated life cycle sustainability assessment (ILCSA), covering all pillars of sustainability (LCA, social LCA and economic LCA). To disseminate the project and its results towards stakeholders, as well as promote the exploitation and commercialization of key exploitable results including the development of a new business model. The objectives of Sun2Fork will be achieved through collaboration with research institutions, farmers, private industries, stakeholders, and citizens.
