Desert Military Bases Could Be Boon To Solar

February 17, 2012

Military bases in the California desert could host seven gigawatts of solar power installations--roughly equivalent to the output of seven nuclear plants--according to a study commissioned by the Department of Defense. Study director Robert Kwartin discusses the report.

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February 17, 2012

Military bases in the California desert could host seven gigawatts of solar power installations—roughly equivalent to the output of seven nuclear plants—according to a study commissioned by the Department of Defense. Study director Robert Kwartin discusses the report.

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