The Solar Nation of Tokelau

The Solar Nation of Tokelau

2015 | 45 minutes |

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Director: Ulli Weissbach

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Can a region be powered 100% by solar energy? Visit Tokelau – the world's first solar power-sufficient nation! The locals of Tokelau also lead a life that is in harmony with nature. Their traditional way of catching fish, cooking, making boats is preserved even today. The work is shared by all & so are mother earth's bounties! A little place can indeed set an example for the whole world!

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