Solar Cell Research
Here in the USA, private and federal funding for research into solar and other green energy technologies is the critical component in fast-tracking our transformation from a gluttonous, fossil fuel burning nation into a leader in alternative energy production. Here's an article on one such research effort into the development of more commercially viable solar cells. STORY
The downside of this story is that developing a working prototype will take years. Maybe the newly elected Democratic Congress can cancel the funding of "The Bridge to Nowhere" and other me-first, pork-barrel programs and put the money where it will make a difference.
The Nordic countries, including Norway, Finland and Denmark have organized their research efforts to keep their commercial production of solar energy products at the forefront of the industry. LINK
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posted by Galli Galli Sim Sim at
10:18 AM
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Even the UK, which is behind in so many other ways, is ahead of the US in the renewable energy field.
WA state has a (small) incentive rebate thing it will give to people who choose renewable energy. It will also help offset costs of getting better insulation, installing better windows, etc, and making your home more energy efficient. I think most states will do this now, but there's bureacracy and paperwork involved. That's what needs improving, the paperwork to get help for going green. But, it's a start.
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