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Way to be green: New generation of alternative energy innovators get creative

By Caroline Zimmerman, Newser User

Posted Sep 3, 2007 6:55 AM CDT

(Newser) – Move over, sun. Alternative energy innovators are turning to increasingly inventive power technologies—and sources, including algae (to make diesel fuel) and tires and "car fluff" from junked vehicles. Ocean and geothermal operations appear to be the next big wave of the green future.... Read full story »

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