Concentrated Solar Power is one of the methods to generate #202206291055. It concentrates a large area of sunlight onto a receiver using lens or mirrors. Then, lights received will be converted into thermal energy which will be used to drive a heat engine, usually a steam turbine (water use is a concern), that is connected to an electrical power generator.
Compare to PV, especially without battery, CSP has an easier time on storing energy during the night using molten salts, which makes possible for the electricity generated dispatched by demand at the request of power grid operators. Regions that received high solar radiation annually are vastly benefitted from this technology. Utility-Scale Solar Energy Planning for Egypt
However, due to high prices and technical difficulties, CSP is not as widely adopted as its other siblings. Adding to the matter, CSP requires more spaces. Birds whose habitats are near to the site are in high risks as they are exposed to the highly concentrated solar radiation without any proper protection. Passive cooling is necessary for the CSP to avoid the deterioration of the components.