How does technology help global warming?

This year we have witnessed further dramatic proof that global warming is here now. People around the globe are enduring the damaging effects of global warming making it crucial for us to come up with sustainable solutions that cut our carbon footprint and greenhouse emissions. But this is now a battle between the forces of clean energy and those who support fossil fuels. Oil companies have huge financial advantages in this battle and very little concern for human health for this world or the future generations who will inherit this planet. Harnessing renewable sources of energy, such as sunlight, water, and wind can decrease our addiction to fossil fuels, generating power that is free from toxic emissions. This energy source offers ten-thousand times the power needed by people globally.  Technological advances are helping empower people to collect the sun’s energy in a cost-effective manner with solar panels.

Solar windows are increasingly popular

Solar windows are made of solar panels that draw energy from the sun, transforming it into electricity. These panels retrofit all sorts of windows, allowing building owners to achieve partial independence from the power grid. Over 50 percent of the electricity used globally comes from burning fossil fuels, causing  99 percent of greenhouse gas emissions. The installation of solar windows can significantly lessen our dependence on fossil fuels, helping to ensure a sustainable future for all. Some have utilized organic photovoltaic (OPV) technology to develop electricity-generating see-through windows, changing commercial buildings and skyscrapers into vertical power generators.

Solar fashion (did I read that right?)

Really? Solar clothing? You must be teasing! The concept of solar-reliant attire has been in development for over a decade, with famous fashion labels hoping to lure shoppers with innovative apparel and fashion accessories that can charge mobile phones and wearable devices. Researchers are working to embed flexible solar panels into the fabric, enabling every person to harness renewable solar power. Pauline van Dongen, a well-known Dutch fashion designer, has designed an entire collection of shirts, parkas, and high-end fashion wear that can produce up to one watt of electricity – enough to charge phones, MP3 players, and other smaller gadgets for a few hours. Several other firms are proposing solar-powered sunglasses, jewelry, watches, and backpacks to revolutionize the fashion industry while moving towards a cleaner future.

Solar power harvesting trees

Solar power harvesting trees tap the boundless energy of the sun, offering an innovative way to produce non-polluting energy. Scientists at the VTT Technical Center of Finland have developed prototype plants that harvest solar power and store it to power devices – especially mobile phones, laptop computers, LED street lights, and electric vehicles.

You can do your part by investigating how solar can be applied in your life. It is imperative that everyone gets educated on energy facts. The Trump administration has shown no interest in any policy that will support the long-term health of human beings. Green is the only color that is important to the current wielders of power. That doesn't mean green as in "green energy." It means green as in the almighty dollar. How long will we allow our health to be adversely affected by fossil fuel apologists? Let's wake up and start on the road to energy sustainability. We can do it if we try.

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. Go to HahaSmart.com and try our price checker tool. It tells you how much solar power you need, and how much you can save.

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