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Monday, February 8, 2010
Incentives to Going 'Off Grid' Bring Power to the People
February 8, 2010 by CNN - The price of power has always been a political issue -- but now campaigners argue it could be the key to starting a green energy revolution.
Roofs in the Vatican City covered with solar panels point the way to off-grid power.
On February 1, the British Government announced details of the rates that will be paid for renewable power generated by homeowners and communities.
Called the Clean Energy Cashback, or feed-in tariff (FIT), the aim is to provide an above-market bonus that will encourage individuals and groups to invest in solar panels, wind turbines and other forms of green power. More >>>