Scientists develop portable generator that turns trash into electricity


	Scientists develop portable generator that turns trash into electricity

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3-30-2007 8:37 AM

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recycle, electricity, environment

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3-30-2007 10:54 AM

laceym

Do they have a DeLorean?

3-30-2007 1:01 PM

ericskiff

Damn, laceym, you beat me to the Back To The Future reference. I was going to say "I call him Mr. Fusion!"

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