Red-Letter Day for Renewable Energy

I’m delighted to note that the 392MW Ivanpah Solar Electricity Generating System begins commercial operation today.  Solar thermal, aka concentrated solar power or CSP, has terrific potential to dominate the world of renewable energy if we can drive the costs down, and, over the coming decade, I believe we’ll experience exactly that.  Solar thermal lags PV and wind by at least 25 years in terms of R&D, and I’m thrilled to see that the world hasn’t given up on it. 

My heartiest congratulations to everyone who made Ivanpah happen, and best of luck for the future.