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[-] dreadbeef@lemmy.dbzer0.com 4 points 3 weeks ago

I mean, is there a more efficient way to take raw energy and spin a turbine with it?

[-] belated_frog_pants@beehaw.org 1 points 3 weeks ago

Photosynthesis?

The issue is more the cost. For this you need lots of mirrors and a tower. Solar panels are just cheaper.

[-] usrtrv@sh.itjust.works 3 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago)

This has the benefit of not needing batteries since the molten salt stays hot long after the sun is down.

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