March 28, 2012

Solar is the Energy of Tomorrow. Fusion is the Future.

A weekly newsletter featuring the biggest ideas from the smartest people

Every Wednesday, Dr. Michio Kaku answers reader questions about physics and futuristic science. If you have a question for Dr. Kaku, just post it in the comments section below and check back on Wednesdays to see if he answers it.

Today, Dr. Kaku addresses this question: Will solar power replace fossil fuels as the main energy source?

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