Can Low Grade Energy Be Efficiently Converted to High Grade?

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The discussion centers on the conversion of low-grade energy to high-grade energy, highlighting methods such as concentrated solar power, gasification, organic Rankine cycle (ORC), and thermoelectrics. It emphasizes that while various techniques exist, they are constrained by the laws of thermodynamics, resulting in a net loss of energy during conversion. The historical process of converting wood to charcoal is also mentioned as a long-standing example of energy transformation.

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Any possibilities of converting energy from low grade to high grade in the foreseen future?
 
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Concentrated solar, gasification, ORC, thermoelectrics are some common examples. Wood to charcoal has been around for a loooong time.
 

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