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Well I think this time you know all the answers Mark,more so than all the questions but thought I would comment just to let you know I have read your blog.You certainly put an amazing number of blogs on here.

Solar is the future (or at least part of it), Sooty. Unfortunately, the British government have failed to throw their weight behind bringing the costs down. Personally, if I won the Lottery and had my chance to buy or build my dream home, this is the one thing I would include in the future plans. Of course, it is much, much more expensive than installing a domestic wind turbine but much, much more likely to be accepted by the local planning authorities. And here is the bind..wind turbines are cheaper but much more controversial - solar panels are more expensive but less intrusive. Take your pick but then again, can everyday people afford either? It amazes me that we throw so much money at everyday entertainment technology and create a market that reduces the price but we are in capable of seeing the long term benefits of green energy. After all, who out there gambled on Betamax or minidisks or music cassettes...and lost?