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Yes, there are large solar farms and solar power stations successfully in use, and millions of homes around the world use solar power to heat their water.
Solar panels (PV, photovoltaic) are used to change sunlight into electricity, which can be stored in batteries or connected to the electricity grid.
Concentrated solar power plants (CSP) usually use a series of mirrors to focus the sun's rays on a tower where something like water, or molten salt is heated to several hundred degrees Celsius. This heat then generates electricity by steam turbines.
The three largest CSP plants are:
- Mohave Desert, California, 354 MW
- Solnova, Spain, 150 MW
- Andasol, Spain, 150 MW
The largest PV plants so far are:
- Agua Caliente, USA, 220 MW
- Charanka, India, 214 MW
Germany has been particularly successful in encouraging domestic PV connections. As of 31st of October 2012, there were 31.62 GW (gigawatts) of photovoltaics connected to the electrical power network.
What else can I help you with?
How was solar energy used in the past?
Solar energy was used because it was free and convenient. We planted crops and fruit trees where they would grow in the sun. The sun and the wind dried our clothes after washing. The sun was also used just to keep us warm. When you sit in the sun you are using solar energy to do just that. People built their houses facing the sun, if possible, to warm them. Now houses are designed with their windows facing the sun, to take advantage of solar energy.
Why did the voyager and pioneer and Galileo probe did not have solar panels?
The Voyager, the Pioneer and Galileo probes were not solar powered because when a probe goes past Jupiter the sun rays are 25 times weaker than than on Earth, and to have a system large enough that would make use of the little light would double the weight of the probe.
Had been sent or has been sent?
"Had been sent" indicates a past action that occurred before another past event, while "has been sent" indicates a completed action that happened recently or is still ongoing in the present.
What is the most explored planet?
Besides Earth, mars is the most explored planet.
Can a solar blast destroy earth?
While a solar blast could potentially cause damage to Earth's technology and infrastructure, it is highly unlikely to completely destroy the planet. Earth's magnetic field helps to protect it from solar radiation, and the planet has survived many solar events in the past. However, a particularly powerful solar blast could disrupt technology and communication systems.
Has nuclear power been successfully used in the past?
Yes, nuclear power has been successfully used in the past. It has provided a significant amount of electricity in many countries around the world and has been a reliable source of energy. However, there have been some accidents, like the Chernobyl and Fukushima disasters, that have raised concerns about safety and environmental impact.
Has hydro energy been used successfully in the past?
yes it has been used successfully .....because of what.......
Has wind energy been used successfully in the past?
Yes, wind energy has been used successfully for centuries, primarily for grinding grain and pumping water. In modern times, wind turbines have been developed to generate electricity on a larger scale, and many countries have successfully integrated wind power into their energy mix to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Has biomass energy source been successfully used in the past?
Yes it has been successful in the past
Has wind been successfully used in the past?
everywhere
Has wind energy been successfully in the past?
Ask Holland
Can scientists duplicate cows?
Yes: this is called cloning, and has been done successfully in the past.
Has Vueling lost luggage ever been successfully resolved for any passengers?
Yes, Vueling has successfully resolved lost luggage cases for passengers in the past.
Has Finnair lost baggage ever been successfully located and returned to the rightful owner?
Yes, Finnair has successfully located and returned lost baggage to the rightful owner in the past.
Has biomass been used successfully in the past?
yes because they also are good now. this makes no sense. is there something I am missing?
What are two problems with the solar system?
As far as I'm concerned, there are no problems with the solar system. We've been doing quite well for the past few billion years.
Has nuclear power been used succesfuly in the past?
Since 1956
