For some reason, I never suspected that the galactic empire would employ wind turbine technology. In a time when lightsabers are possible, I’d think they would have come up with some other really high-tech way to harness energy — like from hyper-active mitochlorians or something.

Nevertheless, I guess simple sometimes really is better. These shots are straight from a trailer for the new Star Wars game The Force Unleashed. You can check out the virtual renewable energy in action here. Vader and Co. appear to have picked up the turbines from Costco for about $570 — since they look very similar to the Air-X 400-watt variety.

Perhaps what we need is our own Sith Lord to help push through green legislation, choke a few insolent politicans, and demand that renewable energy tax credits be extended. As one person has already proven, a Death Star over San Francisco would add a nice touch to the skyline.

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Michael has been blogging since 2005 on issues such as sustainability, renewable energy, philanthropy, and healthy living. He regularly contributes to a slew of publications, as well as consulting with companies looking to make an impact using the web and social media. He lives in Ithaca, NY with his family on an apple farm.

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