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Rodney Wright discusses solar energy

BROADCAST: Nov. 23, 1976 | DURATION: 00:39:27

Synopsis

Discussing solar energy and solar houses with architect Rodney Wright.

*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
 

Details

Broadcast Date
Nov. 23, 1976

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 50 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
39 minutes, 27 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Environment, Ecology

Tags

WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Wright, Rodney--Interviews Solar houses--Design and construction. Solar energy--Passive systems. Audiotapes. Radio programs. Wright, Rodney,-- interviewee

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