Essays about: "solar industry"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 165 essays containing the words solar industry.

  1. 11. Pre-study for SMR and Nuclear Establishment in Norway

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för energivetenskaper

    Author : Johan Stefan Nordström; [2023]
    Keywords : Energy mapping; Nuclear power; SMR; small modular reactors; siting; Norway; Energy; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Norway has Europe’s highest share of renewable electricity production and the lowest power sector emissions. Thanks to the country’s stable power production, Norway has affordable and stable access to electricity, leading to industries choosing to relocate to the country. READ MORE

  3. 12. Assessment of the integration of solar heat power into food drying processes

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för energivetenskaper

    Author : Charalampos Psilopoulos; [2023]
    Keywords : Sustainable; sustainability; co2 reduction; feasibility; solar thermal; direct steam generation; drying; food industry; scope 1 emissions; sdg; sustainable development goals; spray drying; drum drying; powder; food; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : The long-lasting usage of fossil fuels has brought its negative impact on the planet and thus the society is turning towards more environmentally sustainable solutions in every aspect of life. This master’s thesis discusses the novel topic of integrating concentrated solar thermal collectors, which directly produce steam, to drying processes in the food industry, which is proven to currently emit significant amounts of Greenhouse Gases (GHGs). READ MORE

  4. 13. Definition and evaluation of a system for measuring local geomagnetic variations : Autonomous station for magnetic measurements

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Viktor Olsson; [2023]
    Keywords : Local Geomagnetic Variations; Fluxgate Magnetometer; Space Weather; Solar Wind; Magnetic Measurements; Variometer; Solar Activity.; Lokala geomagnetiska variationer; Fluxgate-Magnetometer; Rymdväder; Solvinden; Magnetiska Mätningar; Variometer; Solaktivitet.;

    Abstract : Earth is under constant influence of the Sun and phenomena driven by the solar wind that may affect man-made technology. These events are summarized under the concept of space weather. This creates variations in Earth’s magnetic field and nearby space. Space weather can affect power grids, gas pipelines and also have effects on human health. READ MORE

  5. 14. Modeling German Energy Market Hourly Profiles with a Focus on Variable Renewable Energy

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Nationalekonomiska institutionen; Lunds universitet/Statistiska institutionen

    Author : Vincent Ball; Thomas Pegoraro; [2023]
    Keywords : Energy Market; Energy Prices; Renewable Energy; Machine Learning; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : This paper investigates the best methods for modeling hourly profiles in the German energy market for the period between 2018 and 2022. Modeling emphasized variable renewable energy (VRE) and included information on the level of energy production, oil price, COVID lockdowns, and historic hourly energy spot prices. READ MORE

  6. 15. On the road to grid stability - Using batteries in heavy vehicles and charging infrastructure as frequency reserves

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Produktionsekonomi

    Author : Matilda Kjellström; Caroline Wuttke; [2023]
    Keywords : Case Study; Electrification; Frequency regulation; Energy reserve; Battery; Heavy vehicles; Vehicle-to-grid; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Background: Climate change and increasing threats that come with it fosters a need for changing from fossil sources of energy to renewable ones. Sweden aims to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions by the year of 2045. One of the sectors that need to take part in this shift towards fossil free energy is the transport industry. READ MORE