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Philip wrote:
> Solar panels are sooo - 20ith century. Check out
> http://www.stirlingenergy.com/
> Over twice the efficiency of a solar panel about 30% conversion vs
> 10-14% and production is more environmentally friendly. Tested and in
> production. Power purchase contract signed and sealed. **
The most expensive solar panels are nearing 40%.
Thermal power extracted from the sun and converted via stirling engines
may or may not be a feasible thing at scale up sizes, it is as yet
un-proven, but in any case it will not be entirely 'clean' as it takes
much petro chemical usage to make the engines, the stuff needed with
them, and lubes and ect to run them, and maintain them. -Ken
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