13-Year-Old Boy Invents Solar Panel 'Trees'

A 13-year-old boy came up with the idea to put solar panels on the ends of tree branches to collect sunlight. What do you think of his idea? Are his solar "trees" a legitimate way to power the future of solar technology? If you're having trouble watching this video, try downloading the latest version of Flash Player or contacting your IT department.

Nov 23rd, 2011

A 13-year-old boy came up with the idea to put solar panels on the ends of tree branches to collect sunlight. What do you think of his idea? Are his solar "trees" a legitimate way to power the future of solar technology?

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