Areva has signed a memorandum of understanding with Technip, a project management company, to work on integrated Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) solutions for the oil and gas industry.

Areva will provide its CSP technology based on proprietary Compact Linear Fresnel Reflector (CLFR) solutions for enhanced oil recovery through steam injection for the oil and gas industry, enabling countries to increase their energy capital. Areva also offers energy solutions for the design, construction and commissioning of stand-alone solar thermal plants, power augmentation for conventional or hybrid power plants.

Technip will bring its expertise and project management experience in oil and gas-rich countries and markets which will also bring value to Areva’s operations and commercial initiatives.

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