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Solar energy on the rise in Germany

2013-01-02 10:59:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed

Deutsche Welle: Solar energy is on the rise in Germany, with a record 1.3 million photovoltaic systems in 2012. The increase comes as new consumer taxes on energy are to take effect in the country. The recent solar boom means the alternative form of energy now reaches 8 million homes in Germany, a 45 percent increase compared to 2011, the German Solar Industry Association (BSW) said on Tuesday. "Germany is now reaping the fruits of its efforts in solar technology," said the BSW's chief executive, Carsten Körnig....

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