Swiss High Temperature Solar System

Can solar energy be used in Switzerland?

Although the proportion of solar heat to overall consumption in Switzerland is still relatively low, its potential is considerable. If all existing buildings were to be optimally improved in terms of energy efficiency, it would be possible to meet the heating requirements of all Switzerland's households through the use of solar collectors.

Can solar energy deliver heat at high temperatures?

Using solar radiation, they have engineered a device that can deliver heat at the high temperatures needed for the production processes. The team led by Emiliano Casati, a scientist in the Energy and Process Systems Engineering Group, and Aldo Steinfeld, Professor of Renewable Energy Carriers, has developed a thermal trap.

Can a solar thermal system produce hot water and auxiliary heating?

The utilisation of solar heat with the aid of a solar thermal system is also an attractive option for producing hot water and auxiliary heating. A solar thermal facility can be ideally combined with any other type of heating system using renewable energy, including wood burners, heat pumps and district heat supply.

What is a solar thermal facility?

A solar thermal facility can be ideally combined with any other type of heating system using renewable energy, including wood burners, heat pumps and district heat supply. Furthermore, a solar thermal facility can be used for a variety of applications which require a heat source, both in private households and in the services and industry sectors.

Does Trina Solar support high-temperature solar plants?

“We are, therefore, confident that this technology supports the deployment of high-temperature solar plants.” 27 June 2024 Trina Solar says it has launched mass production of 430 W to 455 W full-black PV modules. The Vertex S+ panels have efficiencies of up to 22.8% and we...