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Originally Posted by Graham
We keep the fossil fuel power stations (although it would be better if they can be converted to run from renewable, carbon-neutral sources, eg bio-diesel) and switch them on if the wind drops.
Thus they generate much less pollution.
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I'm surprised there isn't more focus given to this, although some work is being done to improve the efficiency of coal fired power stations
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/4466040.stm
the 'alternative' biomass fuels, which are 'carbon neutral' don't seem, proportionately, to be getting a look in. Previous experiments with e.g. coppiced willow & straw, seem to have proved feasibility, but not attracted investment???