Using SAM, estimate the levelized cost for a \(50 \mathrm{MW}_{\mathrm{e}}\) parabolic trough solar power plant in San Diego, CA, similar to the one shown in Figure 8.26. Also determine the thermal energy delivered to the power block during July and estimate the surface area required for the installation. Assume an inflation rate of \(2 \%\) and look up the discount rate in the Wall Street Journal at the time of this assignment.

Figure 8.26

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Solar field Superheater HTF heater Steam Heat transfer fluid (HTF) loop Generator Solar steam loop Reheater Preheater Condenser HP turbine LP Cooling water loop Generator Cooling tower