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Published at Energy Reports – Chemical and thermal performance analysis of a solar thermochemical reactor for hydrogen production via two-step WS cycle

Abstract: Ceria-based H2O/CO2-splitting solar-driven thermochemical cycle produces hydrogen or syngas. Thermal optimization of solar thermochemical reactor (STCR) improves the solar-to-fuel conversion efficiency. This research presents two conceptual designs and thermal modelling of RPC-ceria-based STCR cavities to attain the optimal operating conditions for CeO2 reduction step. Presented hybrid geometries consisting of cylindrical–hemispherical and conical frustum–hemispherical structures. …

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Gonghe 50 MW Molten Salt Tower Concentrated Solar Power Plant Break the Record

As of November 30th, the POWERCHINA Gonghe 50 MW Molten Salt Tower CSP Plant, constructed with the participation of Cosin Solar, achieved a new monthly power generation record of 12.222GWh in November since its commissioning. The operational records indicate that the plant’s theoretical power generation for the month was 12.2352GWh, while the actual power generation …

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GlassPoint redesign directly heats storage, cutting solar steam cost 30%

In a departure from the original inspiration of agricultural glasshouses, a GlassPoint redesign involves a new lighter weight curved film replacing the “glasshouse” roof over its solar collectors, and now directly heats the thermal energy storage Press Release: GlassPoint Unveils Technology Advancements Reducing Solar Steam Costs by 30% The new “Unify” storage system and redesigned …

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GlassPoint Unveils Technology Advancements Reducing Solar Steam Costs by 30%

GlassPoint, the leader in decarbonizing industrial process heat, today unveiled a range of technology advances that drive a 30% reduction in the cost of solar steam. In addition, the company revealed a new Unify storage system which uses direct heat and ternary molten salts to provide around-the-clock steam for industry, eliminating the need for costly …

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Sun, mirrors and steam: Meet the company rapidly decarbonizing the $444 billion industrial heat market

When thinking about renewable energy, most people conjure visions of solar panels on rooftops or elegant white wind turbines, few imagine the humble greenhouse. And yet, a greenhouse with a twist is key to a groundbreaking solution in bringing net-zero to the tough-to-disrupt industrial heat sector. Industrial heat is the world’s largest end-use of energy …

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India’s renewables tender in Q1, 2024 carves out 50% for oncentrated Solar Power

In the first quarter of 2024, India plans to put out a tender for renewable energy that includes not just a carve-out, but the largest ever, requiring over 50% to be supplied by Concentrated Solar Power (CSP), the thermal form of solar electricity. There is renewed policy interest in CSP as a longer-duration source of …

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Published at Solar Energy – Investigation of physico-mechanical, thermal properties and solar thermoregulation performance of shape-stable attapulgite based composite phase change material in foam concrete

Abstract Thermal energy storage (TES) by means of phase change materials (PCM) is of great concern to decrease heating and cooling loads. In building envelopes, one of the most efficient TES methods is integration of PCMs with construction materials for preventing temperature fluctuations by taking advantage of energy storage/release feature of PCMs. Aim of this …

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Published at Solar Energy – A feasibility study on the application of mesh grids for heliostat wind load reduction

Abstract This study examines the effectiveness of mesh grids in heliostat field perimeter fences and edge-mounted devices for heliostat wind load reduction. Two experimental studies were conducted: (1) the effect of mesh porosity and non-dimensional longitudinal distance of a perimeter fence upstream on the forces on a heliostat, and (2) the effect of mesh porosity …

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