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NOVA  Saved by the Sun

Is it time to take solar energy seriously? Details

 
 

Program: NOVA

Episode: Saved by the Sun

As the Earth heats up at a dangerous rate and fossil fuels become scarcer, ordinary citizens and businesses are bypassing the federal government to lead the way in exploring a clean, renewable source of power: the sun.

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Premiere Date: 04/24/2007
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: TV-G


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