AUSTRALIA: China expert recommends industry policy for Australia

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Updated February 19, 2008 21:41:14

Australia, once a leading centre for solar energy research, has been told it needs to do more to retain scientific know-how. One of China's most succeessful businessmen says the Government needs a fresh national policy if its to regain its edge in renewable energy.

Presenter: Karon Snowdon
Speakers: Dr Zhenrong Shi, founder and CEO of solar panel maker, Suntech Power; Peter Garrett, Australian Environment Minister

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