China’s giant Gobi solar plant runs after dark on salt, not batteries

China Three Gorges Corporation has launched the world’s biggest solar plant in the Gobi Desert, utilizing an innovative method to generate power after the sun sets. Instead of relying on batteries, the 1-gigawatt Hami project stores solar energy in molten salt, allowing it to produce electricity for up to eight hours at night. This approach not only showcases a significant advancement in renewable energy storage but also highlights China's commitment to sustainable energy solutions. The success of this project could pave the way for more efficient, long-duration energy storage systems worldwide.