VOICED: Occupy Wall Street energized by 'pedal power'

The video discusses how activists at Occupy Wall Street are using pedal power to generate electricity after their generators were confiscated. They have set up bike generators in Brooklyn to charge batteries, promoting a sustainable and grassroots approach. Although the power generated is limited, it encourages energy efficiency and volunteer participation. The system currently provides electricity but not heat, which will be a challenge as winter approaches.

What innovative method did the activists use to generate electricity after their generators were taken?

• Solar panels

• Hydroelectric power

• Wind turbines

• Pedal power

Where are the parts for the bike generators being assembled?

• Manhattan

• Brooklyn

• Staten Island

• Queens

How long does it take to charge a laptop using the bike generators?

• Four hours

• Three hours

• One hour

• Two hours

What are some of the services powered by the volunteers' cycling efforts?

• Heating systems

• Street lights

• Public transportation

• Live video feeds

What is the current limitation of the pedal power system?

• It does not provide heat

• It cannot power laptops

• It is too expensive

• It requires professional cyclists