SUNSPOT solar thermal technology package
Overview of innovation
SUNSPOT is a solar thermal power plant with rock-bed storage, containing a unique set of patented and individually licensable Stellenbosch University technologies. The SUNSPOT cycle is appropriate and efficient for generating, storing and deploying solar power in arid regions.
Type of Intellectual Property protection
Patent
Innovation Opportunity Type
Collaboration
Investment
Licensing
Partnership
Pilot
Industry
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply
Electricty, gas, steam, and air conditioning supply
Technology Readiness Level
TRL 4 – Experimental prototype developed