Post #3490823
2026-06-30 13:08 UTC
Having worked in renewables, thinking about solar panel efficiency in the face of deadly #heatdome.
Ideal temp for optimal efficiency /output is 25°C or 77°F. Noticeable efficiency losses happen above 35°C (95°F).
ALL forms of energy production are stressed at these temps overtake the planet. = $$$.
High pressure lowers wind output.
Nuclear plants need cool H20.
Each rise in °C above ambient 37 °C needed in a gas plant = 1.47 MW loss in output.
#Climatechange
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@jodmentum@apobangpo.space 2026-06-30 13:10
Solar link first just for context. Panel efficiency depends on type of panel and solar farms might not use the same as residential rooftop which are typically monocrystalline (most efficient) https://solartechonline.com/blog/solar-panel-operating-temperature-guide/#elementor-toc__heading-anchor-2