More efficient solar power with space technology
Friday, October 16, 2009 - 09:28
in Physics & Chemistry
A new system from an Italian company uses weather satellite data to estimate the potential of solar cell power plants and monitor their performance. The approach helps to give a faster return on investments in clean solar energy.
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