Highway Renewable Energy: Photovoltaic Noise Barriers

The U.S. Federal Highway Administration has released a report that explains how to use photovoltaic noise barriers (PVNBs) to lower noise levels while producing renewable energy. Photovoltaic noise barriers (PVNBs) represent the combination of noise barrier systems and photovoltaic (PV) systems. Photovoltaic systems use solar cells to convert light energy directly into electricity, particularly solar energy. The report explores PVNB pilots underway by state transportation agencies, the business cases for PVNB, and the potential for solar energy production on American noise barriers.