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Electricity from solar power is largely generated when not in demand.
Intermediate storage is the new key technology.
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Heat contained in vulcanic rocks is an efficient medium to store electricity.
The pilot conversion plant is a straight technical construction.
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ETES - Electric Thermal Energy Storage – unlike electricity –
is a very visible technology requiring urban integration.
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We are transforming this technical plant into a work of architecture.
In a first step all technical components are conceptually separated.
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The energy reservoir will be scaled up in coming projects.
A concise volume provides a recognisable form therefor.
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A slanted roof, which collects rainwater, covers the energy storage.
Technical components are organised in a compact and efficient building form.
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A flexible maintenance area in-between storage and plant building
completes this very compact facility.
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Remaining surface areas are publicly accessible green areas
for rainwater infiltration and air filtration.
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The conglomerate of technical modules as an urban structure and landmark -
a self-confident statement for optimistic departures into the energy revolution.
