SMRTR Science & EngineeringAug 10, 2026Interesting Engineering

World’s highest solar thermal plant in China gets over 15,000 mirrors installed

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China has finished installing 15,927 mirrors at the world's highest-altitude solar thermal plant in Xizang, targeting grid connection in October 2026. The 100-megawatt facility will generate 255 million kilowatt-hours yearly, cut 165,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions, and boost local incomes by roughly $17.47 million.

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