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The Problem with Solar Energy in Africa
Real Engineering
Real Engineering looks at why Africa's abundant solar potential is hard to turn into usable power, especially for Europe. It covers the transmission, infrastructure and economic obstacles, and the pivot from concentrated solar to photovoltaics.
Linked whenever commenters ask whether Sahara solar could power Europe, as a clear explanation of why it is impractical.
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