The battle against global warming

The latest climate reports are even more gloomy than the previous projections. Is there a reason the planet keeps getting warmer despite warnings from scientific experts?  This summer we’ve had more indications of climate change than ever before. Record heat in Japan is killing many people prematurely in temperatures higher than any since Japan began keeping meteorological records. Record wildfires in California are only one of the examples of climate-related changes that are dominating the news this summer. Climate change must now be considered a fact of life. We need to adapt as quickly as possible or suffer even more severe consequences. Americans can be very complacent about these matters, so the time has come to promulgate the scientific data that proves that the earth is warming at a startling rate. When a problem is so massive in scale, it’s hard to accept that the actions of one person can make any significant difference. But even small acts can have big results. Since so many things affect our climate, you might be amazed at all the ways you can make a difference.

Reduce your carbon footprint with solar power now

When you offset your carbon footprint you help to curb global heating and restore critical wildlife habitat. There are many manageable ways to reduce our energy use. When driving a vehicle of any kind, if we accelerate and brake gradually, this saves gas as well as wear on the vehicle. Simply turning off unused gadgets and appliances can make a large difference. But, if homeowners and business owners can afford solar, that’s the best way to reduce your carbon footprint.

Install a solar energy system

There are several ways to incorporate “green” energy into homes and businesses. Choosing renewable energy options when available makes a long-term difference not only for the environment, but also for your own bottom line. Voluntary buy-in to EPA-certified green power has risen with 41% annual growth rates since 2004, and 25 percent of power companies now offer the green power upgrade option. If you haven't joined yet, it's a grand way to make your home's power renewable.

When purchasing a new car, choose a hybrid or electric vehicle

Hybrid vehicles have been a huge success in America ever since their introduction. Americans are choosing greener vehicles because they want to pollute the planet less. The average fuel efficiency of cars on the road in the U.S. has gone up gradually for the past decade. Electric vehicles are much more common today and many car companies are developing several different types of electric vehicles. It’s no longer a situation where the “Prius” is the only possibility. Car companies are producing electric Sports Utility Vehicles, sports cars, trucks, and more.

Adopt a vegetarian diet

This suggestion will be met with great opposition by many. But the facts are real. A third of all food emissions in the United States come from red meat and dairy products, while chicken and vegetables have up to ten times smaller carbon footprints per serving. This shows that even little changes to diet can make a long-term difference. Your health is likely to benefit too!

We all need to be more thoughtful of our energy consumption

Every energy choice we make impacts the environment in some way and increases the chances that global warming effects will impact us in a negative way. By making modest improvements in our own actions, we can make a difference and also provide a good example for others.

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.

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