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ON CARBON FOOTPRINTS AND EMISSIONS

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If you are fond of reading and studying articles about renewable energy and the advantages of solar power, you might come across the terms carbon footprint and emissions. What exactly are they and why are they always affiliated with these topics?

Give and take

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There is no such thing as a free lunch. When we breathe, we take up oxygen and release carbon dioxide in the air. It’s always a give and take policy under the universal law. This simple analogy reinstates the fact that there are consequences to all actions, in the same logic that all our actions have effects on our environment. There are gases released whenever we carry on with our daily human activities such as watching television, doing laundry, cooking our meals, etc. Carbon dioxide is released to the atmosphere and this leaves a carbon footprint, usually measured as CO2.

It might be complicated to calculate your exact carbon footprint since there are a lot of factors to weigh in. However, there are online calculators available to give you a rough estimate. In fact, some solar monitoring systems even offer this to give you a good perspective on how your solar power contributes to reducing your carbon footprint.

Reducing your carbon footprint

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There are many ways to reduce your carbon footprint, even in small ways. Think of ways of transportation using more natural means – such as using a bicycle or walking to go to work. You can also switch to more energy-efficient appliances, and this can greatly offset your carbon dioxide emissions. Planting trees, using eco-friendlier packaging, eating more plant-based food and investing in renewable energy sources can make a huge difference in the long run too since plastics, meats and burning of fossil fuels to produce energy are among of the greatest factors in generating a huge carbon footprint.

Turning on the sun

At Solaric, we appeal to Filipino sensibilities of approachability, service and value. Before we give a quotation, we learn how you use energy. We determine the best ways to maximize your return on a hard-earned investment. We present different strategies to ensure that you achieve your solar goals. We want to ensure reduced expenses and increased savings so that you make that one-time wise business and environmental investment. We always do our best to deliver fast, efficient, and thorough customer service. We are in the business of not just selling solar panels – but also enabling solar-powered lifestyles. With this, we want to provide endless satisfaction by delivering Solaric Service Satisfaction, ranging from permanent reduction of electric bills to the ultimate ZERO bill.

Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

Solaric has established its name across the renewable industry as a proven and reputable rooftop solar leader. Backed by decades of experience, Solaric has installed more than 50% of residential rooftop solar in the Philippines and has delivered significant cost reductions in electricity expenses, as well as milestone contributions to a cleaner, greener, and renewable future. We want every Filipino to enjoy the benefits of clean and renewable power. Welcome to the new generation of solar and turning on the sun.

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Carbon Footprint: What Exactly Is It

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Every single thing we do every day directly affects our environment. Turning on the air conditioner, using the washing machine to do the laundry, eating meat, and driving to work—these actions does not only come with a price of your money but the precious price of the natural resources as well. These withdrawals of natural resources from the Earth contribute to the high amount of carbon footprint.

 

In the Philippines, solar panel installation are done by both residential and commercial establishments to somewhat reduce their carbon footprint. Do you have any idea what is carbon footprint? How it affects our environment? Read on to know more about what carbon footprint is and how we can reduce our own carbon footprint.

Carbon Footprint and Carbon Emissions

 

What is Carbon Footprint?

Carbon footprint refers to the amount of carbon dioxide emitted to the air because of the consumption of fossil fuels. It also refers to the total amount of greenhouse gases that were produced to support human activities.

 

Carbon footprint is just one in the family of footprint indicators that includes land footprint and water footprint.

Ways to Reduce Carbon Footprint

What are the Ways to Reduce Carbon Footprint?

Surely, there are various available ways on how to reduce your carbon footprint. It is up to us what techniques we will use. Some of the common methods used to reduce one’s carbon footprint are to Recycle, Reduce, and Reuse. Start by recycling old bottles and jars at home. Reuse plastic bags and bring it the next time you buy your groceries instead of throwing it away. These simple habits will reduce the solid waste that goes into the landfills.

 

In manufacturing companies, recycling packing materials is done to reduce their carbon footprint. On the other hand, in every household, reducing carbon footprint can also be done through the use of less energy; by doing things like opting for LED and CFC light bulbs instead of regular ones. Switching to renewable energy can immensely help this cause.

 

It would also beneficial to know that the engine of your vehicle burns fuel when you drive and this creates a certain amount of CO2. The amount of CO2 you generate depends on your driving distance and fuel consumption. This is why your daily choices, such as opting for carpooling to work or using the mass transit, can really help reduce your carbon footprint.

 

Food choice also plays a huge contribution to one’s carbon footprint. Heavily processed and packaged food as well as consuming protein-sources animals, especially red meat are some of the biggest contributors to a high carbon footprint. Instead, opt for a vegan diet and grow your own fruits and vegetables at home. This simple ways will make a difference in the long run.

 

 

Every human produces their individual ecological footprint, which is determined largely by the country’s development and wealth they live in. However, their choices and daily habits can lessen their carbon footprint.

 

Remember, even simple habits and your daily choices can really make a difference. Do you want to take the first step in reducing your carbon footprint? Join the annual Earth Hour on March 25, 2017. This one hour event became a global movement ever since various cities around the world have constantly participated in order to achieve a massive environmental impact. Make a stand by turning off your light from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM.

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