On Energy, Let A Thousand Filaments Bloom
There is no single way to wean the U.S. from fossil fuels. The only answer will be to let a thousand flowers, or maybe filaments, bloom. Full Story »
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Posted by Derek Hawkins - Mar 27, 2009 - 7:43 AM PDT
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Derek Hawkins - Mar 27, 2009 - 7:43 AM PDT
This is a well written, well reasoned opinion piece. A study by Lawrence Berkeley Lab found that the cost of local solar installations has dropped as installer have become more familiar and skilled.
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The tone is generally objective and the topic is relevant and pretty well-researched. There could be a bit more information from people against solar panel installation.
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this story encapsulates the scope of lchallenges of many types in developing new sources for the nation's energy . the writer discusses transmission grids, distributed projects vs. mega-scale installations as well as how many years are involved for lowering prices and how varied the projects should be to begin to accomplish the goal of change.
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This is mystical power engineering. Apparently there is not much limit on how much government subsidy can be wasted on useless, feel-good projects.
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