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“Ron Pernick and Clint Wilder have created a compelling vision for a Clean Tech Nation and a roadmap for creating it, even as they surprise and delight readers with a rich account of progress already achieved. I salute their unique combination of technical savvy, practical sense, and imperishable enthusiasm.”

Quote by Ralph Cavanagh

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Ralph Cavanagh is an attorney, the specific birth and death dates are unknown. more

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