Could they make a constellation of geostationary satellites that send energy down via a cable?
Perhaps a way to minimize cable tension if at right height + assisted by some space craft?
Perhaps a way to minimize cable tension if at right height + assisted by some space craft?
This isn't a "no": if you're building a space elevator anyway you probably do want to put solar on the top. It's just you don't want to build one only for the solar on the top.