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The Future of Solar Energy
February 16, 2011 | Stanford University

“Researchers in solar energy speak of a day when millions of otherwise fallow square meters of sun-drenched roofs, windows, deserts and even clothing will be integrated with inexpensive solar cells that are many times thinner and lighter than the bulky rooftop panels familiar today.” Quoted from the Stanford University press release.


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