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Researchers found that a solar panel field the size of 1% of the Sahara is enough to meet global electricity needs


The Sahara Desert, situated in North Africa, offers immense potential as a renewable energy source due to its scorching temperatures and abu

The Sahara Desert, situated in North Africa, offers immense potential as a renewable energy source due to its scorching temperatures and abundant sunlight. HVDC facilitates efficient long-distance electricity transmission with minimal losses, making it possible to transport solar energy from the Sahara to various regions worldwide. Moreover, it would substantially reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based power generation, thus mitigating climate change and improving air quality.

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