subsidize) local power generation via renewable energy sources (e.g. solar, wind, hydro) it would go a long way towards solving this
Thus spake "Petri Helenius" <pete@he.iki.fi> problem.
Rubbish.
If in order to make it viable such energy needs to be subsidized then it
is
not "affordable".
And solar nor wind are good for base energy production so we´re stuck with other methods unless you want to move IP packets only when it´s windy.
Or you store excess power generated on windy/sunny days for later distribution on calm/rainy days: http://www.tva.gov/sites/raccoonmt.htm That still ignores tidal, hydro, and geothermal power, which are available 24x7. And let's not forget ethanol, which is easy to make from excess food crops and has already replaced gasoline entirely in a few countries. S Stephen Sprunk "God does not play dice." --Albert Einstein CCIE #3723 "God is an inveterate gambler, and He throws the K5SSS dice at every possible opportunity." --Stephen Hawking