Does Going Solar Impact the Planet?
Following Earth Day, it’s important to continue looking toward the electric future and asses our impact, and place on this Earth. Climate change has rapidly reshaped the landscape of this world, both figuratively and literally, and it’s driving a push toward more sustainable means of energy production. Solar energy is at the forefront of many discussions around the globe concerning alternatives to fossil fuels, but does solar energy actually make an impact on the planet? If you went solar, would you be making a difference?
Reduced Carbon Footprint
A leading cause of climate change is carbon emissions. Carbon emissions are a type of greenhouse gas that is produced when carbon dioxide enters the air as a result of human activity. Burning fossil fuels, trees and biological waste, amongst other things, directly contributes to carbon emissions. In terms of quantity, carbon emissions are the primary greenhouse gas emitted across the U.S., but why does that matter?
Greenhouse gasses trap heat in the atmosphere. As a result, the planet begins to gradually warm over time, drastically changing environments and impacting every living thing on Earth. In the U.S. the majority of energy consumption is concentrated in petroleum and natural gas, with only 12 percent of our energy consumption coming from renewable sources (eia.gov, 2020). The US alone is producing an unprecedented amount of greenhouse gasses that are contributing to climate change.
Solar energy has a very minimal carbon footprint, producing zero greenhouse gasses when operating.
Manufacturing solar panels produces a great deal of carbon emissions; however, a solar panel’s carbon footprint is nearly 20 times less than the carbon emissions of coal-powered sources. You’ll be decreasing your carbon footprint as soon as you install solar and make the switch. Over time, the production from your solar panels will begin to pay for the carbon emissions produced during the manufacturing process. After nearly three years of operation, your solar panels will become carbon neutral*.
Solar panels are cable of producing enough energy to power your entire home or business when sized correctly, something that SolarTech’s professional solar analysts can do for you. By replacing traditional power sources with solar, we’re able to significantly reduce our carbon footprint and directly reduce climate change.
Solar is Sustainable
Most everything in this Earth is fleeting. As time goes on and the world changes, things will come and go. One thing that will forever be present is solar. The sun will continue to shine and we’ll always have access to it’s energy. Natural gas, petroleum and coal are limited, and eventually we’ll use up all of those resources. Solar is the most sustainable source of energy as the sun will never leave. By switching to sustainable energy alternatives like solar we can limit our reliance on fossil fuel energy that is declining on Earth.
Reduced Air Pollution
Traditional fossil fuels produce tons of air pollutants. Cities like Los Angeles and Bakersfield, to name a few, have the most air pollution by ozone. Air pollution leads to smog and filthy air, which is not only terrible for the environment, but also for our health. Similar to greenhouse gas emissions,
solar does not produce air pollution when operating*. Air pollution is detrimental to the environment, reducing visibility and blocking out the sun, harming everything from wildlife to agriculture. By investing in solar you’re contributing to reduced air pollution which is an investment in the Earth.
The Future is Electric, and Solar is Leading the Charge
Solar is the future of energy consumption across the globe. Not only is solar sustainable and reliable, it also significantly slows and combats the effects of climate change. When you invest in solar, you’re making an investment in a brighter future and a greener Earth. When you invest in solar with SolarTech, you’re investing in an established company that installs premium solar with 5 star customer service.
SolarTech is committed to building a more sustainable and healthier Earth, one solar panel at a time. SolarTech has been installing solar for over 20 years, and we’re committed to helping customers make the best investment possible. Install premium solar with SolarTech and make a difference in this world. Going solar with SolarTech is the best thing you could do for the planet and your future.
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