Analysis: Algae emerges as new fuel source


	Analysis: Algae emerges as new fuel source

jatfla

4-30-2008 1:11 PM

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engery, technology

jatfla says:

They included the nay-sayer who speaks of "today's technology" in the article but hey! I never knew algae could have this potential.

Hmmm...I've got some growing in my little pond. :~)

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