The first solar thermal power plant in South America has opened in Chile and the hope is that it will reduce the dependence on fossil fuel while maintaining jobs. The region has the highest level of solar radiation on the planet which makes this a perfect place for the solar thermal plant. Over 40% of Chile’s electricity comes from coal but their plan to be CO2 neutral by 2050 which may be achieved by this plant. […]
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