Whats the difference between large-scale and distributed solar power?
Parabolic trough solar power systems are well suited for central, large-scale generation plants that connect to the electric transmission systems. These large-scale systems typically offer the least-cost solar option. For a large-scale system, the increased cost for transmission—including losses in the transmission and distribution system— is small compared to the cost savings of building a large plant and the performance improvement of siting a plant in the best resources locations. While large-scale solar power plants serve many customers, distributed solar power provides small, modular systems for on-site delivery of electricity. Because it’s on the customer side of the meter, a modular solar system in many cases offers a higher value and reduces demand charges The system also can take advantage of net metering.
