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The Pros and Cons of Space-Based Solar Power (www.renewableenergymagazine.com)

submitted 3 weeks ago by sabreW4K3@lazysoci.al to c/energy@slrpnk.net

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[–] threelonmusketeers@sh.itjust.works 2 points 3 weeks ago (2 children)

SBSP can transmit power wirelessly via microwaves or optical lasers to targeted locations. This capability is particularly advantageous for remote or disaster-affected areas where conventional grid infrastructure is unavailable. The flexibility to direct power to specific regions could provide crucial support during emergencies and enhance energy equity globally.

Is it really advantageous? Wouldn't terrestrial solar power check most of these boxes too? I'm not convinced that space-based solar power will be practical outside of cases where the power will also be used in space.

[–] sabreW4K3@lazysoci.al 2 points 3 weeks ago (1 children)

I think I saw a video once where they said covering a tenth of the Sahara would be enough to power the whole planet, the issue we truly face is transporting it. SBSP would surely have the same issue.

[–] threelonmusketeers@sh.itjust.works 1 points 3 weeks ago

Do we need to transport it? Outside of the Arctic and Antarctic circles, the sun shines year round, wherever power is needed. Storage for nighttime use seems like a bigger (but solveable) challenge.