DESERT-VISION multifunctional Thermo-Solar Power Plant
The revolutionary solution that not only combats climate change but also paves the way
for a sustainable and livable future!
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Examples of how to utilize the land beneath a 100MW DESERT-VISION Power Plant
Key Advantages of the DESERT-VISION Power Plant in Detail:
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Scalable Power Output:
The DESERT-VISION Power Plant offers scalable power output, ranging from 100 MW to an
impressive 10 GW — equivalent to the output of 10 nuclear power plants
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Baseload Capability:
The power plant can generate electricity continuously, 24/7, providing a stable and reliable source
for baseload power supply.
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High Operating Hours:
With up to 8,000 operational hours annually, the DESERT-VISION Power Plant guarantees
exceptional efficiency and availability, making it a highly cost-effective energy source over the long
term.
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Affordable and Durable Thermal Sand Storage:
The use of thermal sand storage systems enables efficient energy storage, improving the overall
economic viability of the power plant.
These robust storage technologies provide a cost-effective solution for energy retention and
redistribution.
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Flexible Storage Operation:
The energy generated can be either fed into the grid or stored as needed.
This ensures that the power plant can meet demand flexibly and efficiently, maximizing its usefulness.
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Perfect Complement to Other Renewable Energy Sources:
The DESERT-VISION Power Plant not only provides constant electricity but also offers scalable
energy input. This makes it an ideal complement to wind turbines and photovoltaic systems, ensuring
a stable and sustainable energy supply.
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Utilization of Waste Heat:
The waste heat produced during operation is used in a multi-flash desalination plant to convert
seawater into fresh water.
This innovative approach contributes to addressing water scarcity in many regions.
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Maximum Flexibility in Energy Distribution:
The energy generated can be flexibly directed to the grid, stored in batteries, or used in a parallel
seawater desalination plant (RO).
This versatility allows for optimal energy management and distribution across various applications.
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Durable, High-Quality Mirror Field:
The mirror field consists of highly durable, flat linear mirrors, which ensure exceptional longevity and
resilience against extreme desert conditions.
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Simple, Stable Mechanical Design:
The mechanical suspension of the mirrors is straightforward but highly stable and durable, ensuring
cost-effective and trouble-free operation of the system.
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Quick Mirror Replacement:
The mirrors can be replaced in just about 10 minutes, minimizing downtime and maintaining optimal
energy production.
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Fully Automated Operation with AI Control:
The mirror field is fully automated, with AI systems constantly adjusting the orientation of the
mirrors for optimal sunlight exposure, maximizing energy generation and efficiency.
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Mirror Protection and Service Position:
At night or during adverse weather conditions, the mirrors rotate into a protective service position,
safeguarding them from potential damage and ensuring easy maintenance.
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Efficient Cleaning by Service Robots:
At night, service robots clean the mirrors in a touchless process, reducing water consumption to a
minimum.
The water used is fully purified and recycled, ensuring a highly resource-efficient cleaning process.
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Continuous Mirror Monitoring:
During the cleaning process, the service robots simultaneously check the mirrors for any damage or
loss of performance, ensuring the mirrors always operate at peak efficiency.
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Low Maintenance Costs:
With automated cleaning and monitoring systems, as well as durable components, the maintenance
costs of the power plant are extremely low, making the DESERT-VISION Power Plant economically
viable for long-term operations.
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Comfortable Microclimate Under the Solar Field:
The solar field creates partial shade, which results in a more comfortable microclimate beneath the
panels – even in the hottest desert regions.
This makes the area suitable for additional projects without extreme temperatures being a problem.
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Diverse Land Use Opportunities:
The land beneath the solar panels offers a wide range of possibilities, from building self-sustaining
cities and large industrial centers to developing extensive farming operations.
The combination of sustainable energy production and land usage opens up substantial economic
potential.
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Limitless Usage Potential:
The DESERT-VISION Power Plant opens up virtually unlimited possibilities for the land beneath the
solar fields, ranging from agricultural and industrial applications to housing developments and
infrastructure projects.
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Minimal Land Use for the Power Plant:
Despite the enormous energy production, the power plant itself occupies only a minimal portion of the
land, leaving ample space for other projects and applications.
The power plant is highly efficient and allows for multi-purpose land use.
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A key highlight of the DESERT-VISION Power Plant is local production.
After establishing a "Start-Production" facility, around 90% of the entire plant's components are
manufactured on-site.
This means the power plant grows organically, expanding and developing almost entirely from within.
This approach is not only highly cost-effective but also brings significant economic benefits:
the majority of the value creation stays within the country where the plant is being built.
By producing locally, jobs are created, and valuable knowledge and technology are established in the
host country, fostering long-term sustainable economic development.
Additionally, reliance on imports is reduced, enhancing energy security and making the country more
independent from external markets.
This results in the development of a growing local industrial system that strengthens not only
the power plant but also the entire region economically.
Summary:
The developers of the DESERT-VISION Power Plant technology are pioneers in the field of thermo-
solar power plant technology.
They were involved in the DESERTEC Initiative, which was launched in 2009 to promote the use of
renewable energy from the desert.
They contributed to both parabolic trough and tower power plants.
The experiences and lessons learned from this significant project, which faced numerous challenges,
were directly incorporated into the development of the DESERT-VISION Power Plant.
As a result, the DESERT-VISION Power Plant is not only technologically advanced but also plays a
crucial role in shaping the future of our planet.
The mistakes and challenges faced during the DESERTEC Initiative were thoroughly analyzed and
used to improve the new generation of thermo-solar power plants.
This has allowed us to learn from past experiences and apply those lessons to create a more flexible,
multifunctional, and cost-effective system.
Therefore, the DESERT-VISION Power Plant is significantly more flexible, multifunctional, and
affordable to build and operate than earlier technologies.
One of the most outstanding features of the DESERT-VISION Power Plant is its exceptional flexibility
in electricity generation.
Thanks to its innovative storage technology, the energy produced can be fed into the grid or stored as
needed.
This ability to shift energy based on demand makes the DESERT-VISION Power Plant a true guarantor
of grid stability, as it can respond flexibly to fluctuations in energy demand.
Never before has it been possible to build and operate thermo-solar power plants with such flexibility,
multifunctionality, and cost-effectiveness.
The quick and affordable construction, extreme durability, high efficiency, and multifunctionality lead to
rapid amortization and high long-term returns.
These qualities make the DESERT-VISION Power Plant a forward-thinking solution in the field of
renewable energy, making a significant contribution to global energy supply both ecologically and
economically.
The DESERT-VISION technology, combined with two other groundbreaking inventions from the
DESERT-VISION Group, represents a revolutionary solution that goes far beyond traditional energy
production.
It will not only green the desert areas of the Earth and end the growing food scarcity but also has the
potential to lower the CO
2
levels in the atmosphere to pre-industrial levels.
This pioneering technology marks a fundamental turning point in the fight against climate change and
global environmental issues.
Digitalization, artificial Intelligence, Cloud-Services, and other Technologies
will significantly increase global Energy demand.
The multifunctional DESERT-VISION Thermo-Solar Power-Plants provide ideal
Conditions for Businesses in these Sectors, delivering large Amounts of
sustainable Energy 24/7 at consistently low Costs.
