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technology > environmental technology > solar energy technology

Preferred term

solar energy technology  

Definition

  • Solar energy can be converted to useful work or heat by using a collector to absorb solar radiation, allowing much of the sun's radiant energy to be converted to heat. This heat can be used directly in residential, industrial, and agricultural operations; converted to mechanical or electrical power; or applied in chemical reactions for production of fuels and chemicals.

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http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/7907

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