Mirrors in the solar dish concentrate the sun's energy providing the power for the reactor. In the reactor, steam and methane (natural gas) react to produce a high value, synthetic gas that contains 26% embodied solar energy.
This gas, containing hydrogen, can be used for generating electricity in gas turbines and fuel cells, or providing thermal energy.
Photographer : North Sullivan Photography
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