Is Ivanpah a concentrated solar thermal plant?

💡 The Answer

• Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating System is a concentrated solar thermal plant.
• It uses mirrors to focus sunlight to generate electricity.
• It is located in the Mojave Desert at the base of Clark Mountain.
• The facility is across the state line from Primm, Nevada.
• The plant was slated to close in 2026 but that decision was reversed.