Nanophotonic for Efficient Light Harvesting in Greenhouse Agriculture

Abstract

Nanophotonic has become of great interest as the next-generation strategy towards improving the
capture of light efficiency in greenhouse agriculture. The spectral, angular, and polarization
properties of sunlight can be tailored by nanophotonic structures through the precise manipulation of
light at the nanoscale, hence improving the quality and quantity of light reaching the plants. It will
make sure that the most useful wavelengths for photosynthesis reach the crops for healthy growth and
maximum agricultural productivity. It is also expected that the utilization of nanophotonic materials,
such as photonic crystals and plasmonic nanostructures, will contribute to further energy efficiency in
reducing light loss and improving light diffusion inside the greenhouse.
Indeed, the materials and methods that have gone into developing these nanophotonic technologies
involve detailed design, fabrication, and integration of nanostructures into greenhouse settings. It also
discusses experimental and simulation-based results showing how nanophononics can improve crop
yield and energy consumption. This paper goes further to explore the possible applications of the
technology in sustainable agricultural practices and the global necessity of increased food production
due to climate change. Nanophotonic applications bridge nanotechnology with agriculture for a
complete turnabout in greenhouse farming, offering a development path for increased productivity,
resource efficiency, and environmental sustainability.