Space saving solar hacks ⏲️ 6 Minute English

Solar power is key for meeting net-zero targets, but how can we find space to build more solar panels? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.

❓❓❓This week's question
Which ancient Greek philosopher was responsible for using reflected sunlight to burn Roman ships attacking the city of Syracuse?
Was it:
a) Archimedes?
b) Socrates? or,
c) Pythagoras?
Listen to the programme to hear the answer.

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Vocabulary:
✔️canopy - a cover fixed over an object such as a bed or car to provide shelter or decoration
✔️enticing - attractive because it offers advantages or pleasures
✔️in the near future - very soon; at a time not very far away
✔️on and off - occasionally; from time to time
✔️(prices have) tumbled - decreased quickly in a short time
✔️economically feasible - describes a business or project where the economic advantages achieved are greater than the economic costs

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