Modelling Study of Utilizing Dry and Wet Cooling in Solar Tower Power Plant in Jordan

Mohsen Ahmed, Mohammad Shalby, Mohamed R. Gomaa

Abstract


This study investigates the use of dry and wet cooling systems in a solar tower power plant in Jordan, with a focus on optimizing energy efficiency. The study simulates the Gamesolar power plant in the southern region of Jordan and compares the performance of three different cooling systems. By analyzing the efficiency of the solar tower power plant and energy efficiency in Jordan, the study aims to identify the most suitable cooling system for the country's hot climate. The findings demonstrate that the implementation of the Gamesolar plant in Jordan leads to an 8.1% increase in energy production compared to the average in Spain. This highlights the success of the program in the local context and emphasizes the potential for sustainable energy generation. The study reveals that utilizing a collective energy system (CSP) with efficient energy storage can significantly contribute to meeting Jordan's energy demand and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. The methods employed in this study involve modelling and simulation techniques to evaluate the performance of different cooling systems. The results indicate that the hybrid cooling system proves to be the most effective in Jordan's climate conditions, offering optimal energy efficiency for the solar tower power plant. Overall, this study contributes to the understanding of the optimal cooling system design for solar tower power plants in Jordan. It supports the feasibility and effectiveness of implementing CSP technology in the country, paving the way for sustainable energy generation and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

Keywords


Solar tower power plants, Concentrated solar power (CSP), Dry cooling, Wet cooling, Hybrid cooling, Solar radiation, Energy ?storage, Renewable energy, Gemasolar power plant, Power plant efficiency

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