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Switzerland's solar dam: Why are mountains and snow the perfect mix for solar energy?

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The dam's almost 5,000 solar panels enough energy each year to supply around 700 houses.

Added on the 07/02/2023 11:01:10 - Copyright : Euronews EN

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