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The island was considered the most westerly point of land on earth.
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Since 1996, El Hierro has worked steadily at becoming the first energy-independent island in the world that is powered only by renewable energy sources.
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El Hierro used a combination of hydro and wind energy at the gorona Del viento powerplant. It’s supplies the islands 10,000 in habitants.
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The powerplant was able to supply the entire island with electricity for 18 consecutive days.
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