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Originally Posted by KillerGremlin
I'm hoping that with some innovations regarding nanotechnology that we will see solar cells that become MUCH more efficient. I think solar power will be most useful in powering the electricity in your house. Solar panels on the roof? Seems logical enough to me.
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Except then there are high winds or a hailstorm, and you have replacement costs of thousands of dollars, and meanwhile you are without power. Also, most of the country doesn't get enough sun to make solar a viable replacement for carbon fuel. Same case goes for much of the world. Thats why I believe truly "green" energy alternatives are regional at best, unless there is a major breakthrough.
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I look forward to the transition to green...I hope I can witness it in my lifetime.
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So do I, but we also need to be realistic.
And Mana, I'm also very curious to hear more about these new cells. I have my doubts as to their efficiency, but at least they definitely will not be as fragile or as expensive. Its a great step forward. Do you have a link?
Found a linK
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases...0326131312.htm
10% efficiency. Its a good first step, but they have a LONG way to go.