Spain: Models burn up 'first ever' solar powered catwalk in Seville

Putting a technological spin on high fashion, model and a fashion show organiser Jessica Minh Anh hosted the J Summer Fashion Show 2015 at Gemasolar solar power plant in Seville, Friday, using renewable energy as a stunning backdrop for the collection. Billed as the first ever solar powered catwalk, Minh Anh took precedence on the catwalk, displaying a range of fashion and jewellery items, coming from regions all over the world. The model and planner can also boast IT specialist to her list of assets, saying she chose to host the event because of her enthusiasm for the 'iconic' Gemasolar project; the site is reportedly able to generate electricity 24/7 using only the sun. The Gemasolar solar plant, owned by Torresol Energy, was conceived of in 2011 and developed by the Engineering company SENER. The plant, equipped with 9.9 MW of power, is able to produce 110 GWh per year, capable of powering an estmated 27,500 homes.