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Photosynthesis is only 0.1% to %2 efficient, while solar cells are over %20. So if you come up with a way to convert electricity into sugar that is at least %10
by tsomctl 8y ago
Photosynthesis is only 0.1% to %2 efficient, while solar cells are over %20. So if you come up with a way to convert electricity into sugar that is at least %10 efficient, you are ahead. Not to mention that farming causes habitat destruction, and fertilizer and pesticides are also harmful.
- LeifCarrotson 8y agoThe issue is more complex than that - resiliency and cost are also important. It's literally dirt cheap and super easy in many parts of the world to drop sugar beets in the ground at 40 acres an hour. Photovoltaics (not even considering the chemistry equipment) to cover an hour's worth of planting will cost on the order of $20 million!