摘要：In India energy problem is alarming and main objective is now to find solution to match demand and supply of energy sources. Therefore the need for conserving energy and developing alternative energy is a must. Solar thermal power generation systems also known as Solar Thermal Electricity (STE) generating systems are emerging renewable energy technologies and can be developed as viable options for electricity generation in future. The energy source estimated potential of solar energy is 20 MW/ sq.km. The types of solar systems, solar-thermal energy applications, solar devices and the practical applications of solar energy and the present scenario of solar energy program in India are discussed in this paper.
关键词：Alarming; Alternative energy; Solar applications
