ClearVue solar glass to be used in smart RMIT greenhouse project on renewable energy and food security

ClearVue Technologies announced on Thursday that it will contribute technology and expertise to a major greenhouse research project led by RMIT University as part of the ARC Research Hub for Intelligent Energy Efficiency in Future Protected Cropping.

The research program exceeding $20 million includes a $5 million grant from the Australian Research Council, with total contributions by 16 partner organisations reaching over $20 million in cash and in-kind contributions.

ClearVue’s contribution to the ARC Hub includes photovoltaic glass with spectral control and know-how based on previous learnings achieved at the Murdoch Research Solar Greenhouse. ClearVue lead scientist Dr Mikhail Vasiliev will participate as a partner investigator.

The research program commenced on 1 July 2025 with an anticipated end date of 30 June 2030. The program aims to position Australia as a leader in advanced protected cropping agriculture technologies enabling greenhouses to be highly productive, self-sustained and powered by renewable energy.

ClearVue global chief executive Martin Deil said the company’s unique technology would contribute meaningfully by generating electricity and using advanced spectral control to enhance crop yields, improve quality and promote sustainability.

“Our involvement not only highlights ClearVue’s commitment to innovation in sustainable agriculture and energy efficiency but also offers significant potential for market expansion in the agrivoltaics sector,” Deil said.

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