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Energy consumption during human activities, as the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions, has the largest potential for climate change abatement.

Parabolic-trough solar collectors at Kramer Junction in the Mojave desert in California. This facility began operation in 1986 and can generate 150 MW peak output.

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