Solar power: the wave of the present

Global warming is a killer. For now, the deaths are relatively infrequent, but scientists warn of huge consequences if we continue to burn fossil fuels at the current rate. Climate change is a scientific fact, and man is the instigator. Burning fossil fuels, using nuclear power, and other finite energy sources have shown that the world’s energy policies were incredibly foolish. Renewable forms of energy are now possible at rates that are less than ever before. In addition to helping save the environment, installing solar saves individuals, families, and companies meaningful amounts of money. Many times, these consumers are empowered to take other steps to become more ecologically responsible taxpayers. But the most important result of solar power is the decrease in pollution. China and India are the world’s biggest polluters, but fortunately, they are leading the charge on renewable energy. But then, the Chinese ordered several more coal-fired power plants, so who knows the strategy there?

What can we do to reduce our carbon footprint?

Public transportation: Promote more public modes of transportation to reduce the vehicle traffic that causes most pollution. Where possible, try to make use of carpooling. If you and your co-workers live in the same general vicinity you can explore this option to save energy and money.

Conserve energy: Turn off lights and household devices when you are going out. Large quantities of fossil fuels are incinerated to produce electricity. You can save the environment from pollution by reducing the number of fossil fuels burned. Other sensible ways to save gas are to consolidate trips and try to drive as efficiently as possible. That means some simple steps like avoiding fast starts and hard braking actions. It's easy to accelerate slowly and brake gradually. If everyone did this, the gas savings would be enormous.

Clean energy resources: Clean energy technologies like solar, wind and geothermal are more widespread than ever before.  Governments of many countries have been providing grants to consumers who are interested in installing solar panels for their home or business. This will help considerably to curb greenhouse gas emissions. There are sometimes other financial incentives from private corporations and government entities so it pays to do your research.

Use energy efficient devices: CFL lights use less electricity than old-fashioned filament-based bulbs. They last longer, utilize less energy, lower electricity bills and also help you to decrease pollution by consuming less energy.

Installing solar is the most effective way to reduce global warming

But the most significant of all those factors is to install a solar energy system for your home or business. By generating your own energy, you save money and contribute to a cleaner world. Depending on the size of your solar system, you may be able to sell power back to the grid. Large-scale solar operations are more common in the arid desert Southwest and this makes a meaningful impact on pollution reduction while producing huge amounts of power.

Several efforts are being made worldwide on a personal, industrial and governmental level to curb air pollution. This is an intense effort on the part of a small group of organized individuals who believe that man can begin to reverse the damaging impacts of pollution on the earth.

Solar power is here to stay, and the sooner you explore how much you can save, the sooner you can enjoy the benefits of residential solar power. Since the prices of solar panels are still low, there has never been a better time to install a solar energy system. It's a great investment! Please visit our solar blog to find out more about the benefits of going solar.

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