
For Wind Energy's Future, Researchers Look High in the Sky
Clip: 12/5/2011 | 6m 49s
For Wind Energy's Future, Researchers Look High in the Sky
The next major innovation in wind power might not involve big, white turbines dotting the countryside. KQED QUEST reports on research being done on "tethered airfoils" that could capture wind energy more efficiently that earthbound turbines. This report is part of the NewsHour's Connect series of quality public media reporting.
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For Wind Energy's Future, Researchers Look High in the Sky
Clip: 12/5/2011 | 6m 49s
The next major innovation in wind power might not involve big, white turbines dotting the countryside. KQED QUEST reports on research being done on "tethered airfoils" that could capture wind energy more efficiently that earthbound turbines. This report is part of the NewsHour's Connect series of quality public media reporting.
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