Some interesting knick-knacks I came across during my leisurely reading...
1. Iceland meets 100% of its electricity needs and 81% of all its primary energy needs through a combination of geothermal and hydro energies. (Moral of the story: Necessity is the mother....)
2. California's gold rush was quickly followed by its windmill rush: A thriving windmill industry was pumping water for crops as early as 1858. By 1889, a little more than 70 windmill factories were scattered throughout the US, employing 1,100 workers, with sales in excess of $4 million (!!!) (Remember, we are talking millions in 1889 and not 1989.)
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Iceland can follow this model due to its unique geology. Note though that hydro power is not without its negatives.
Why not India follow this model? Wh we go for Thermal and Nuke?