Low-cost, High Concentration System for Industrial Solar Cogeneration
Summary
SCH Number
2021060465
Public Agency
California Energy Commission
Document Title
Low-cost, High Concentration System for Industrial Solar Cogeneration
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
6/21/2021
Document Description
The purposed of this Agreement is to fund innovation of a high concentration photovoltaic and thermal (HCPVT) system for solar combined heat and power (solar CHP) in industrial applications. The innovation combines a cutting-edge industrial solar thermal technology with novel high-concentration secondary optics and water cooled type III-IV triple junction photovoltaic cells to simultaneously produce electricity and hot water .The recipient will perform a pilot scale demonstration at the Water, Energy and Technology (WET) Center located within the California State University, Fresno compound.
Contact Information
Name
Baldomero Lasam
Agency Name
California Energy Commission
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Address
Phone
Location
Cities
Fresno
Counties
Fresno
Regions
Northern California
Cross Streets
5370 North Chestnut Avenue M/S Of 18
Zip
93740
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 15303
Reasons for Exemption
This project will involve solar thermal research and installation of a ground mounted solar array of collectors at an existing parking lot or rooftop at the Water, Energy and Technology Center located within the Fresno State University, California. The installation will require minimal construction activity. There will be negligible to no expansion of the existing use of the facility. The minimal construction is well within the size limits listed under California Code of Regulations, title 14 section 15303.
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 15306
Reasons for Exemption
The project will involve basic data collection, research and experimental management and pursuant to California Code of Regulations, title 14 section 15306 is exempt from CEQA. The installation of the solar thermal collectors will enable the generation of heat and power for onsite use at a research facility in Fresno State University, California. The activities surrounding the project will not result in a serious or major disturbance to an environmental resource.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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