Environmental effects of solar power

Global warming is here. Pollution in Asia has reached an extremely dangerous level. Urban areas in China and India are choked with pollutants as the world investigates new energy sources that do not pollute. As individuals learn about climate change and other environmental concerns, they look to find ways to decrease their carbon footprint. Although daily choices might seem insignificant, the cumulative impact of the modifications from each family will have a positive effect on our planet. Changes need to be made in order to help stop the pollution and protect our earth. 

Fossil Fuels vs. Solar Power

Fossil fuels continue to pollute the earth. Every time you drive a car or use energy created by coal, harmful gasses are burned that cause dirty air. Researchers have found that harmful gasses from the burning of fossil fuels are the primary cause of global warming. Even seemingly insignificant actions such as turning out lights, or turning down the heater, can make a difference. In addition to the pollution to the environment, the overuse of fossil fuels also means these finite resources are only estimated to last another half-century. What do we do then if we haven’t sufficiently transformed our power grid?

Reduce Your Carbon Footprint with Solar Power

How much can we expect our carbon footprint to decrease if we install a solar power system? The numbers vary depending on how much energy we use and the type of solar panels that we select. It is possible for you to reduce your CO2 footprint by as much as 80% or more by making this change in your home! Transitioning your family to solar power means that you can turn on the air conditioner without worrying about polluting the environment or wasting finite polluting resources. By installing solar, we improve the quality of our homes, but the effort to live sustainably will also create a safer, cleaner planet for future generations.

There has never been a better time to install a solar energy system!

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