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The largest concentrating solar power plant is located in Mani Seva Ashram in Vadodara, India, using special glass mirrors and a rotating receiver to generate power, steam, and hot water for various industrial applications, with plans to become 100% self-sufficient in the future. For more information on similar projects or opportunities, contact Sunrise CC directly for details on existing projects and technologies.
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- The world's largest concentrating solar power plant in Vadodara, India, utilizes special one-m glass mirrors and a single concentrator of 500 square meters to generate steam at 1700 degrees Celsius, making it suitable for industrial applications.
- The plant's ability to rotate 270° and generate power, steam, and hot water simultaneously showcases its versatility and potential for becoming 100% self-sufficient through solar power, offering a sustainable solution for various industries.
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Recent questions
Where is the world's largest concentrating solar power plant located?
Mani Seva Ashram in Vadodara, India
What type of mirrors are used in the concentrating solar power plant?
Special one-m glass mirrors
How does the receiver in the concentrating solar power plant generate steam?
Concentrates sunlight to generate steam at 1700 degrees Celsius
What is the reflective area of the concentrating solar power plant?
500 square meters
What is the future goal of the concentrating solar power plant?
To become 100% self-sufficient using solar power
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Summary
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"India's Largest Solar Power Plant Innovation"
- The world's largest concentrating solar power plant is located in Mani Seva Ashram in Vadodara, India.
- The plant is a concentrating solar power plant with a single concentrator of 500 square meters.
- Special one-m glass mirrors are used in the plant for increased life and stability.
- The plant has 380 special mirrors and a reflective area of 500 square meters.
- The plant can rotate 270° from East to West and North to South.
- The receiver in the plant concentrates sunlight to generate steam at 1700 degrees Celsius.
- The plant can generate steam at 500 degrees Celsius, suitable for industrial applications.
- Steam generated in the plant is stored in pressurized hot water for later use.
- The plant can generate power, steam, and hot water simultaneously, making it suitable for various industries.
- The plant aims to become 100% self-sufficient in the future by using solar power for electricity, cooking, and conditioning.
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