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Let's begin switch to solar energy
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April 22, 2000
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Dr Abu Bakar Abdul Majeed
New Straits Times
04-22-2000
Let's begin switch to solar energy
Byline: Dr Abu Bakar Abdul Majeed
Edition: Main/Lifestyle; 2*
Section: Saturday Forum
APART from intermittent showers and thunderstorms, the weather in this country has been relatively warm these past few weeks. The weathermen say that this is normal due to the inter-monsoon season.
For many of us, this warm weather is a major topic of conversation. It is perhaps the number one ice-breaker, not only at top-level meetings, but also at casual gatherings.
However, for the inspired few, the heat generated by the sun is a potential source of energy. A number of companies are already tapping the solar energy ...
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