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PLANTS (photosynthesis)
Plants utilize and store solar energy through the process of
photosynthesis.
Most life on Earth depends on the ability of plants to photosynthesize light.
Biomass (materials
derived from plants)
can be used as biofuels,
for power production,
and in making
products what would otherwise be made from fossil fuels. The US Dept.
of Energy says, "Currently,
biomass is the only clean, renewable energy source that can help to
significantly diversify transportation fuels in the U.S." Since
about 71% of the earth's surface is
covered by oceans, it may make a lot of sense to consider
ocean farming of algae for biofuel and food.