In other words, for every solar panel or smart meter the U.S. exports, expect there to be twice as many exports in the form of architectural design of green buildings, energy audits and licensing of U.S. clean technologies.

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We could convert current energy bills into jobs right now by installing solar panel systems and solar water heater systems on homes, and having the utility corporations meter these solar installations and continue to bill consumers.

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The digital "eyebrow" display at the top of the instrument panel provides high visibility for the Eco indicator and speedometer, while the lower liquid crystal meter display houses the new percentage style state-of-charge meter, power meter, battery temperature gauge, multi-function display, remaining energy gauge, capacity level gauge and distance to empty display.

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