America Plans Massive Floating Solar Project That Could Power 100 Million Homes
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📰 The quick summary: America plans to deploy floating solar panels on reservoirs nationwide, potentially generating enough power for over 100 million homes while solving land use challenges.
📈 One key stat: Floating solar systems on American reservoirs could generate 1,476 terawatt-hours of energy, enough to power over 100 million homes annually.
💬 One key quote: “With more than 1,476 terawatt-hours of energy possibly generated on water, the idea of floating photovoltaics, commonly known as ‘floatovoltaics,’ is a possibility.”
1️⃣ The big picture: America is preparing to launch its largest renewable energy project by installing floating solar panels on reservoirs across the country. This innovative approach, known as ‘floatovoltaics,’ could generate enough power for over 100 million homes annually according to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Unlike traditional solar installations that require large land areas, these floating systems utilize existing water infrastructure. The technology has already gained popularity in Europe and Asia, with America now looking to harness its vast reservoir resources for clean energy generation.
2️⃣ Why is this good news: Floating solar panels operate more efficiently than land-based systems, staying about 15% cooler due to water contact. These installations reduce water evaporation from reservoirs, addressing water conservation needs in drought-prone regions. The systems can be installed on existing infrastructure, eliminating land acquisition costs and minimizing environmental disruption. Many sites across America can support medium to large-scale installations ranging from 10 megawatts to 1 gigawatt. Even utilizing just 10% of the identified potential could power more than 10 million homes with clean, renewable electricity.
3️⃣ What’s next: Energy companies, communities, and policymakers must collaborate to advance floatovoltaic adoption across American reservoirs. Researchers need to address wildlife concerns, construction costs, and environmental regulations before widespread implementation. The NREL team continues investigating economic and social factors to ensure all potential complexities are properly addressed.
Read the full story here: Ecoticias – America ready for the largest project ever — 10,000 rooftops vanish under solar coastlines
