Renewable Energy Needs Land, Lots Of Land

by Christopher Joyce, NPR

Pending climate and energy legislation puts a lot of stock — and money — into switching from fossil fuels, like coal and oil, to renewable energy such as wind, solar and ethanol. But some new analysis by environmental experts shows that alternative energy comes with some stiff penalties. For example: Energy Sprawl.

Broadcast Dates

• Morning Edition, August 28, 2009