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Solar Energy
Solar energy is power generated from sunlight using photovoltaic panels or concentrated solar power.
Definition
Solar energy is electricity generated from sunlight using photovoltaic (PV) panels or concentrated solar power (CSP) systems. Morocco has world-class solar potential — 2,000-2,500 kWh/m²/year of irradiation — making it one of the best locations globally for solar power. Major projects include Noor Ouarzazate (580MW CSP/PV), Noor Midelt (800MW hybrid), and the upcoming Sahara Solar projects. Harch Corp partners with solar developers to power its datacenters with 100% renewable solar energy, achieving 47 gCO2/kWh carbon intensity.
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Renewable Energy
Renewable energy comes from natural sources that replenish — solar, wind, hydro, geothermal.
Carbon Intensity
Carbon intensity measures CO2 emissions per unit of electricity consumed, expressed in gCO2/kWh.
Carbon-Aware GPU
Carbon-aware GPU computing schedules workloads based on renewable energy availability to minimize carbon emissions.