Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating System CA
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Description: The Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating System, located in California’s Mojave Desert near the Nevada border, is one of the largest concentrated solar power plants in the world. Spanning 3,500 acres, it uses over 170,000 heliostats—mirrors that track the sun—to reflect sunlight onto three central towers, generating steam to produce electricity. With a capacity of 392 megawatts, Ivanpah can power over 140,000 homes annually, representing a significant step toward renewable energy. Its innovative design and scale make it a prominent example of sustainable technology, though it has also raised environmental concerns related to wildlife and land use.