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On the recordMarch 2, 2011
Actually, photovoltaic technology was invented 175 years ago in 1836, and in 175 years of technological research and advancement have we yet invented a more expensive way of generating electricity?
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Tom McClintock
Republican · California

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He critiques the cost of solar technology compared to its long history.

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