Concentrated Solar Power Pros and Cons
As the world grapples with the need for sustainable energy solutions, solar thermal energy has emerged as a promising contender. Harnessing the power of the sun to generate electricity and heat water offers numerous advantages and brings us...
Solar Heat and Thermoelectric Generators
Harnessing the power of the sun has been a human endeavor since ancient times. From the rudimentary use of sunlight for warmth and light to the sophisticated solar technologies of today, our relationship with the sun has evolved significant...
Molten Salt Energy Storage: The Perfect Match for Concentrated Solar Power Plants
Molten salt energy storage has emerged as a promising solution for enhancing the efficiency of concentrated solar power (CSP) plants. The technology, which involves storing thermal energy in the form of heated salts, has the potential to si...
Successful Thermochemical Solar Power Projects Around the World
Thermochemical solar power is a rapidly emerging technology that holds immense potential for the future of renewable energy. This innovative technology leverages the power of the sun to generate heat, which is then used to drive chemical re...
Sandia’s green ammonia research matters for a global shipping future
Green ammonia could be made sustainably using solar thermochemistry instead of as it is made today in the fossil-fueled Haber-Bosch process, which taps fossil energy for the thermochemistry and the heat and the high pressure it requires, wh...
Thermal energy storage system based on recycled ceramics
Storenergy has developed a thermal energy storage (TES) solution that uses recycled ceramics as the storage medium. It says its solid-state storage solution is designed to ensure long lifespans and low maintenance costs. Storenergys pilot p...
Israel inaugurates its 4th solar field at the Ashalim concentrated solar power plant with an unprecedented energy price
The Government stressed that the cost is lower than the production of electricity using fossil fuels and is globally competitive. Israels fourth solar field, located in Ashalim concentrated solar power plant, has started operations, setting...
Alfa Laval Enters New Partnership on Energy Storage
Alfa Laval, a global leader in heat transfer, centrifugal separation, and fluid handling, has announced a strategic joint venture agreement with Aalborg CSP, a concentrated solar power technology company. This partnership will focus on the ...
Morocco has emerged as a global leader in renewable energy, particularly in the solar industry. The country offers lucra
Morocco has emerged as a global leader in renewable energy, particularly in the solar industry. The country offers lucrative investment opportunities in the solar sector for both domestic and foreign investors. This is mainly due to its fav...
DOE heliostat prize submissions due Aug 31
The American-Made Heliostat Prize is a $3 million competition designed to accelerate technology innovation through the design, development, and demonstration of key components of heliostats. Heliostats are devices that tilt mirrors to track...
The Role of Concentrated Solar Power in Modern Telecommunications
The role of concentrated solar power (CSP) in modern telecommunications is rapidly evolving, demonstrating a significant potential to revolutionize the industry. This innovative technology, which uses mirrors or lenses to concentrate a larg...
Heat pump solution from Aalborg CSP will utilize waste heat from biomass boiler
Danish renewable energy specialist Aalborg CSP has secured an order for an integrated heat pump system for the production of district heating using green technology. The order is awarded by the Danish district heating plant Brnderslev Forsy...
Three Gorges’ new Chinese Concentrated Solar Power project trials a double solar field
Three Gorges Renewables (ofThree Gorges Damhydropower fame) is building a novel configuration for one of the three new CSP projects it is building in China, this one atGuazhouin Ganzu Province. Three Gorges Renewables is now building three ...
CSP specialist BrightSource unveils corporate restructuring
Concentrated solar power (CSP) specialist BrightSource Energy Inc (BSE) unveiled on Wednesday the separation of its operations outside the US into a company that will seek opportunities in the field of renewable energy, battery storage mana...
The History of Concentrated Solar Power Technology
Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) technology has come a long way since its inception. The history of this innovative technology can be traced back to ancient times when civilizations harnessed the power of the sun for various purposes. However...