Solar-concentrating thermal technology is being used to power the air-conditioning system of an entire Shopping center in Australia solely from the rays of the sun. With around 60 percent of all energy used in shopping centers being consumed by heating and cooling needs, the new system could lead the way to significant power and cost savings in a range of large commercial spaces.
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Category: Environment
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- Australia
- Alternative Energy
- Air Conditioners
- Solar Thermal
- Solar Powered
- CSIRO
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