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Desert Power: A Solar Renaissance
April 3, 2008 | GEOTIMES

GEOTIMES has an article that explores some of the recent research and applications of solar power. There have been some recent advances that make solar a bit more attractive. The best locations are in arid areas where solar exposure is highest.

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Solar Panels on Hybrid Cars
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The Wind Over the Waves
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Damaged Solar Panel on Space Station
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Mars Rovers Continue to Survive Dust Storm
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Where are the Solar Jobs?
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FutureGen Gets a Facelift
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