SolarReserve embarks on building 150 MGW Solar Thermal Power Stations

SolarReserve receives Aurora solar energy project approval for construction of 150 MGW solar thermal power station located 30 kilometers north of Port Augusta. A number of factors like environmental, community and social impacts of the project were taken into account by South Australian Government agencies.

SolarReserve’s CEO Kevin Smith stated, “The remarkable story of the transition of Port Augusta from coal to renewable energy – which won a competitive tender against fossil fuel – is also a preview of the future of power generation around the world.”

The project aims to mitigate adverse environmental implications while maximizing local benefits mobilizing support from local agencies including the local Barngaria Aboriginal Group. The project is likely to incorporate solar thermal technology with integrated molten salt energy storage. Aurora will generate electricity by collecting and storing sun’s energy during the day and charging its salt battery for use after the sunset. Adequate electricity will be provided to the State’s schools, hospitals, police stations, and government buildings over a full year commensuration with their requirements.

In addition to providing 8 hours of full load power with the onset of darkness, Aurora is set to cater to 35% of all of the households in South Australia thereby paving way for economic opportunities.

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