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How can solar panels placed over canals reduce evaporation losses?
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Placing solar panels over water supply canals is a strategic method for mitigating water loss in irrigation systems. By covering the canals, the panels provide shade to the water surface, which directly reduces the rate of evaporation.
Beyond water conservation, this approach offers the dual benefit of generating renewable energy without requiring the use of additional arable or wild lands.1