Thermal Storage for Concentrated
Solar Power (CSP)
The new generation for concentrated solar power and thermal (CST)
The third generation of Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) is a form of cheap electricity generation without fossil fuels. Thermal Energy Storage makes this form resilient and stable and increases the economic impact by transporting large amounts of energy from during the day to a reliable source at night.
Usually, molten salt is used in these systems and Kraftblock could work with that. The use case however is more economical with the new technology using an air-driven system and temperatures above 700 °C. Thus, it is possible to use Kraftblock's high-temperature approach to shift heat for electricity generation at night or even days later.
Kraftblock's heat battery starts with 350 °C storage temperature upwards and provides solution both for CSP and CST (Concentrated Solar Thermal).
How it works
Charging Thermal Storage
Heat from the receiver tower is fed into the Kraftblock heat battery via air on
high temperature.
Thermal Energy Storage
The heat is stored between hours and two weeks with minimal losses.
Discharging and Generation
The stored heat is supplied in a reliable stream to generate power, for example at night.
Learn how you can deploy Kraftblock with you CSP plant.
Dr. George Karagiannakis.
Research Director at the Centre for Research & Technology Hellas
“Kraftblock brings forward a simple, flexible and cost-effective thermal storage solution that cannot be overlooked by energy-intensive industries aiming at reducing their carbon footprint.’’
Learn how you can deploy Kraftblock in your CSP plant.
Concept Draft
We analyze data, draft a project idea with size and operation mode and indicate a price.
Feasibility Study
We set up a detailed concept, define the interface and engineer the plant.
Project Execution
We procure, manufacture, erect, integrate and start up the storage system.