[SOC] New Tower for Ian???

[Richard Brunner]

Re:
A 1km tall tower that is to be used for producing
> > electricity. ....using heated air to
> > power turbines.  > How much is fact and how much is kite flying [looking for funding,
> govt support etc.] "

I would like to see the calculations used to justify this thing.  It would take a "lot" of 
hot air to generate a significant amount of power. It looks like a boondoggle to me.  
Yes, it may generate some power, but is it enough to pay for construction and earn 
a modest profit?


Richard Brunner, AA1P