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China already has one (if we're insisting on solar power generation) - 700,000 sq. mi of desert.

It's also not just aesthetic - flat terrain is just so much more practical.



> flat terrain is just so much more practical.

Outside of peak summer it's much more optimal to have a south facing slope actually.


Additionally, solar panels can become too hot and that reduces their efficiency. Also, deserts are famously known for dust. Since it rarely rains, you get a dust buildup, further compromising solar efficiency in deserts.

I'm not saying that deserts are a bad place for solar. What I'm trying to say is - it's often worse than people think and it requires special infrastructure.


I love how they’re just building and building, adding more and more capacity and people here are arguing whether it’s in the right location. It’s laughable.




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