First Hybrid Solar/Natural Gas Power Station Goes Online in Israel
Friday, June 12, 2009 - 11:56
in Physics & Chemistry
A small kibbutz in Israel has installed the world’s first solar-hybrid power plant to fulfill all their energy needs. Composed of 30 solar reflectors and one kooky-looking “flower” tower, the plant can switch to gas-powered turbines after dark to keep the system producing power 24-hours a day. The best part is that the plant takes up a relatively small amount of space for its output and can power remote areas that are not connected to larger grids. Related ArticlesCheaper, Smaller Nuclear Reactors Seek Customers in Developing WorldThe Newest Thing in Old Solar Technology Nets Ten Times As Much Energy Per Gram of SiliconPennywise Solar PowerTagsSciTech, biodiesel fuel, power grids, power plants, solar panels, turbine engine read more