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As for the original topic on Germany's blind faith in solar power, it does seem to have been blind faith:

Link to map: http://krisdedecker.typepad.com/.a/6...71948f2970b-pi

Link to article: http://www.lowtechmagazine.com/2008/...ly-side-o.html

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This map (click to enlarge) shows the amount of solar energy in hours, received each day on an optimally tilted surface during the worst month of the year.
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Germany is not in an optimal location for reliable solar power.

This might be a good opportunity for an African nation or Australia to get a good deal on some solar panels.