Core Insights - The largest linear Fresnel solar thermal integrated energy demonstration project in China, the Three Gorges Group's Hami 1 million kilowatt "solar thermal + photovoltaic" project, has achieved full-capacity grid-connected power generation [1] - This project utilizes mirrors and molten salt to convert sunlight into sustainable clean energy, providing stable power supply even after sunset, thus addressing the volatility issues of wind and photovoltaic power generation [1] Group 1 - The project employs a cooking method likened to culinary techniques, using molten salt as a key component to withstand high temperatures, referred to as molten salt linear Fresnel solar thermal power generation [3] - The process involves three main steps: concentrating sunlight ("晒"), heating the molten salt ("烘烤"), and generating steam to produce electricity ("蒸") [3][6][9] Group 2 - Sunlight is concentrated using multiple mirrors to achieve high temperatures, which is essential for effective energy conversion [5] - The heated molten salt is stored in high-temperature tanks, maintaining its heat for efficient energy production, and can provide stable electricity output even without sunlight, enabling continuous power generation for up to 24 hours [9]