A new solar – powered high way is opening in East China.
The road is constructed using solar panels which have a thin sheet of clear concrete on top of them, protecting the surface.
The innovative panels were built to transfer energy to electric vehicles passing on top of them – and to instantly melt snow.
Xu Chunfu, chairman of board, Qilu Transportation Development Group said;
“This is a massive integration involving different sectors. I think it’s a forward-looking development and a groundbreaking revolution.”
The new stretch is short – only around two kilometres and will not be able to support trucks which are too heavy.
