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A new device that combines solar panels and wind turbines into one creates large amounts of energy. This device could be used in the future on the roofs of homes, powering the entire house if there are enough devices. This device used in large quantities could create “smart cities”, running only on renewable energy.
This article relates to environmental science because it focuses on moving over to only renewable resources, in this case solar and wind. I think it is a very good idea, and smart to combine them so if the sun or wind is not out one day, the other can still function and provide power. However, I also think it is a bit unpredictable, because there could be times when there is not enough sun or wind to provide sufficient power.
This seems like an interesting idea, and if it could work, could be a great solution and source of energy for us to use. Do you know how much it would cost to use this method and have it run successfully?
This is a very good alternatives to the current method of energy production, and could have a massive positive impact on the environment. Although it could be unpredictable, would it be efficient to transport that energy to places that receive less sunlight and/or wind power?
This seems like an amazingly efficient alternative to energy production. However, would this be expensive to make?
This is a pretty neat invention since it’s a sustainable way of producing mass amounts of energy. How much solar/wind power does this device need to provide sufficient power?