Bluesolar, una innovadora patente desarrollada por las empresas andaluzas Ghenova y Capsun en Sevilla, fusiona tecnología fotovoltaica y termosolar en una sola planta, permitiendo la generación de electricidad tanto de día como de noche a un coste competitivo. Esta tecnología, conocida como Spire y comercializada bajo la marca Bluesolar, utiliza filtros ópticos para aprovechar el …
A Comprehensive Comparison Of Photovoltaic (PV) And Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Technologies In Terms Of Efficiency, Cost, And Environmental Footprint
The quest for sustainable and clean energy sources has propelled the development of various solar technologies to harness the abundant energy radiating from the sun. Among these technologies, Photovoltaic (PV) and Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) systems have emerged as promising solutions, each with its unique characteristics and applications. This column delves into a detailed comparison …
Chile, 17 hours of storage with Concentrated Solar Power
In the Atacama Desert, the driest in the world located in northern Chile, the only Concentrated Solar Power tower in Latin America operates, a symbol of an energy revolution in the making against climate change. Aerial view of Cerro Dominador, the first concentrated solar power plant in Latin America, in Antofagasta, Chile. The imposing 240-meter …
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New twin-tech concentrated solar power tower generates twice the power, 24/7
A new breakthrough in solar technology has led to the development of a twin-tech solar tower that can generate twice the power of traditional solar systems and operate 24/7. This innovative design combines two cutting-edge technologies, making it possible to harness solar energy even during the night. The tower, which stands tall and features a …
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Concentrated Solar Power to Revolutionize Energy Production in Dubai
As global leaders gather for the much-anticipated COP28 climate summit, the focus is shifting towards innovative solutions to combat the climate crisis. Among these solutions stands the transformative power of solar energy, with Dubai emerging as a beacon of hope in leveraging this renewable resource. Dubbed as the “Sunshine City,” Dubai has already cemented itself …
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UAE’s leading clean energy hub: Al Maktoum solar park and innovation center spotlight ahead of COP28
As the global focus intensifies on sustainable solutions and climate action with the impending COP28 in the United Arab Emirates, the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park at Dubai emerges as a shining example of the nation’s commitment to renewable energy innovation. Boasting the title of the world’s largest single-site Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) project in …
Techno-economic assessment of concentrated solar power generation in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia plans to shift a large portion of its domestic energy production away from fossil fuel towards solar energy by 2030. Yet, the solar energy pool is mainly targeting photovoltaic technology. This study analyzes the potential of cleaner energy production from solar energy using concentrated solar power technology. First, different locations for concentrated solar …
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Xinjiang Turpan Concentrated Solar Power Project Starts Heliostat Assembly
On October 20, the first set of heliostats for ENERGY CHINA Xinjiang Turpan Concentrated Solar Power + PV Integration Project 100 MW CT CSP Project (the “Project”), being constructed by Cosin Solar as a member of the EPC consortium, was successfully assembled and rolled off the assembly line, marking commencement of construction of the heliostat field. The Project uses …
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Multi-objective optimisation of a thermal-storage PV- Concentrated Solar Power -wind energy hybrid power system in three operation modes
The hybrid renewable energy system based on concentrated solar power (CSP) technology has been demonstrated as a promising approach to utilise renewable energy. To combine the configuration and operation with practical application scenarios, this study investigates three different operation modes of the hybrid system which consists of one or more components of a CSP power …
DEWA commissions second unit in the 4th phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park
Adding 200 MW of Concentrated Solar Power using parabolic basin complex technology. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has commissioned the 200MW second unit of the parabolic basin complex in the fourth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. This phase uses the Independent Power Producer (IPP) model with investments of up …