Introduction of large parabolic concentrators for the agricultural and food industries of Morocco

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Morocco has high levels of solar radiation and suitable conditions for the use of solar thermal energy. This project was the first in the region to demonstrate high temperature applications in food processing using parabolic reflectors and it was the first attempt to initiate commercial spin-off projects involving a student consultancy for food processing and agriculture. The project aimed to demonstrate the application of solar thermal power in food processing (using the 10m2 Scheffler Reflector for different applications) and to analyse the feasibility of this technology in the region. It also aimed to create a solar thermal consulting service and a cooperative in order to bring solar thermal users together, which is supposed to result in additional income for the users. The expected outcomes were to raise awareness about the potential of the technology and to convince different stakeholders about the implementation potential of the applied technology.

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The solar food network (www.solarfood.org) was established in 2006 with the financial support of WISIONS. The project's aim is to provide ideas and examples of food processing with sustainable energy sources in developing countries. So far it has been a successful network, with over 200 registered members from more than 40 countries. The website continuously attracts visitors and new registrations. No fees are charged for registration. The main objective of this short-term support was to update the website's practice module, making it more attractive and informative for visitors to the site. To reach this aim the template for uploading project data has been updated and a selection of good practice examples from SEPS projects and other projects have been added to the website. Overall, the website has been improved with audio-visual material such as images and videos that now provide visitors with ideas and successful examples of harvesting solar energy for the commercial production of food products.