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Jun 2014
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Will solar highways power our future?

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A recent IndieGoGo campaign raised more than 2 million dollars for one purpose: Installing solar panels in roads. But here's the weirdest part -- it's not quite as crazy as it sounds. Could it actually work? Listen in to learn more. 
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