What is a solar pond?

A solar pond is a non-conventional energy device that serves as a heat reservoir and integrates solar collection and storage in the same configuration to absorb and store solar radiation (Poyyamozhi & Karthikeyan, 2022a). However, a significant challenge with solar ponds is their low conversion efficiency.

Can solar ponds change how we get energy?

Fenice Energy is making this idea real by tapping into solar pond benefits. But how do solar ponds work, and can they change how we get energy? A solar pond is more than just water. It can collect and store the sun’s energy, combining beauty with function. The way they’re built is based on deep research and innovation.

How a solar pond-integrated heating system works?

Figure 3.4 shows the schematic view of a solar pond-integrated heating system. For this purpose, a heat transfer fluid is circulated between the solar pond and the buildings. A heat exchanger in the building is used for extracting the heat obtained from the solar pond.

Can a solar pond be used for industrial process heating?

Summary of solar pond applications for industrial process heating. One of the first real application of solar pond was of the El Paso solar pond which supplied a 350 GJ of heat for food canning operations [46, 49].

Is solar pond technology paving the way for a cleaner future?

Solar pond technology is paving the way for a cleaner future in India. It can unlock a vast amount of solar power, enough to meet the nation’s energy needs many times over. Fenice Energy is diving into this innovative technology. They aim to provide efficient and clean energy solutions for both local and global needs.

How does a solar pond generate electricity?

To generate electricity from a solar pond, a Rankine engine cycle is often used because the turbine it uses to produce electricity is driven by a fluid with a lower boiling point than water; the heat from a solar pond is insufficient to generate steam from plain water.