Next Generation Energy

There is a new (temporary) blog on scienceblogs.com - Next Generation Energy:

For the next three months, Seed editors and a hand-picked team of guest bloggers will delve into energy policies of all kinds--from carbon capture to windmills.

Every Wednesday, we'll post a new topic or question about alternative energy on the blog. In the days following, our expert guess bloggers will post their answers to the question, and respond to questions and comments from readers.

So without further ado, here's our first week's question:

Our oil supplies are down. And with rising concerns of global food supplies, the loudly touted ethanol now seems to be a no-go, too. So, in the coming years, what do you think will become the world's most viable alternative energy solution?

You can get acquainted with the bloggers here. Join the conversation.

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