Concentrating solar power plant
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Concentrating solar power plant
Concentrating solar power plant. Heliostat (mirrors with sun-tracking motion) at a concentrating solar power (CSP) plant. CSP plants use heliostats to reflect sunlight and concentrate it on to a small area. The concentrated solar energy is then used to produce electrical power. Here each mirror is equipped with a Sterling engine (centre driven by a hydrogen gas filled piston. The suns rays are focused onto the piston, heating the gas and driving the engine to generate electricity. Photographed at the Suncatcher Solar Power Plant, Peoria, Arizona, USA
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This print showcases the impressive technology behind a Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) plant. The image captures a mesmerizing sight of heliostats, mirrors with sun-tracking motion, at the Suncatcher Solar Power Plant in Peoria, Arizona. These heliostats play a crucial role in reflecting sunlight and concentrating it onto a small area to harness solar energy for electricity production. Each mirror is equipped with an innovative Sterling engine powered by hydrogen gas-filled pistons. As the sun's rays are focused onto these pistons, they heat up the gas and drive the engine to generate clean and renewable electrical power. This remarkable combination of advanced technology and natural resources offers an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional energy sources. The vast array of mirrors stretching across the arid desert landscape creates a visually striking scene against the backdrop of clear blue skies. It symbolizes our commitment towards sustainable development and reducing our carbon footprint. This photograph not only highlights the technological complexity involved in generating solar power but also emphasizes its potential for mass production on an industrial scale. It serves as a reminder that we have limitless possibilities when it comes to harnessing clean energy from our surroundings. Science Photo Library has expertly captured this snapshot of innovation, showcasing how concentrated solar power plants can contribute significantly to meeting our growing energy demands while preserving our environment for future generations.
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