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WHAT CAN EVERY FILIPINO DO TO COMBAT CLIMATE CHANGE?

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It’s real and it’s here

Climate change – it’s real and it’s here. It’s no longer a “what-if” scenario. Our home is literally on fire, yet it’s business as usual for the powers that be. Instead of cutting back on the incessant “coal pa more” traditional sources of energy and instead of burning oil galore, perhaps they should stop and listen to the school children cry with so much impunity because of the looming doom of their shattered futures.

And the disasters will ensue

The climate is indeed changing us. It does not care about national boundaries. It does not matter who is to blame or who polluted what. It is a simple scientific fact that global greenhouse gases trap heat and accelerate things to what we thought was unimaginable. The typhoons and string of disasters we are experiencing unleash even more destructive forces than a hundred World War 2 atomic bombs. Our summers will become relentlessly hotter and then the irrevocable will happen: we will run out of water. Ice caps and glaciers are melting so fast that we are seeing rising sea levels that threaten the very viability of our tropical islands. Unfortunately, the harsh reality is simple. The Philippines has a higher-than-average exposure to climate change.

It’s time for awareness

At Solaric, we are profoundly aware of this man-made phenomenon and humbled by the wrath of mother nature during our service in Tacloban in the wake of Typhoon Yolanda in 2013. Our entire mission and vision are centered on providing renewable energy. Climate change is a very serious issue. As renewable energy advocates, we continue to upscale our technology, devote dedicated efforts to advancements, and train thousands of students, engineers, homeowners, businessmen, environmentalists, advocates, lawmakers and fellow citizens on what solar technology is all about. In addition, we continue to make a true and significant impact by installing one solar roof at a time, tirelessly, every day throughout the archipelago. We don’t do it just to reduce the end user’s utility expenses – we do it because we want to contribute to saving our environment. We turn on the sun because we are environmentally responsible.

The question is: what about you?

There are hundreds of things you can do. Anyone and everyone can play a part in helping protect the environment and the planet. Take bold climate action. Become a renewable energy advocate. Learn about renewable energy sources and use them. Use energy wisely. Use energy-efficient light bulbs and energy-conserving appliances. Eat more meat-free meals (because eating less meat will contribute to reducing the planet’s heat). Adopt a green lifestyle. Use an electric vehicle or switch to one. Consume less so that there are less toxic wastes. Invest in a solar system. Become an active environmentalist or join a support group.

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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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We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

At Solaric, we Turn on the Sun.

THE SHIFT TO RENEWABLES

Let’s talk about power plants

Electricity is the most exciting form of energy that human beings have discovered so far. Power plant boilers, steam turbines, and generators are three driving forces in a power station. The power plant boiler is the primary source of steam in most utility and industrial facilities.

Yet the fact remains

With the power of common electricity comes the other half of the story. Did you know that burning tons of coal is needed in order to power a plant boiler so as to produce electricity? In the earlier days, this cause-effect action-reaction fact was inconsequential. Now, however, we are experiencing the by-products of fossil fuel power plant operation. We now have to consider long-term global consequences.

The science behind fossil fuel combustion

Fossil fuel power plant operation results in by-products. The combustion of fossil fuels results in gas containing carbon dioxide and water vapor. Such substances are pollutants, including nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides. Coal-fired plants result in mercury, fly ash, and other traces of metals. Imagine all these elements discharged into the air that we breathe. Now, carbon dioxide and other pollution in the air are what lead to the ozone layer depletion or the gradual thinning of the upper atmosphere of the earth’s surface. Due to various human activities, the chemical compounds that contain gas released to the air is what causes climate change. The result? Humans suffering in extreme temperatures.

Then there’s climate change

They say 2019 really is the hottest year in recorded human history. Yes, the last four years were the hottest years in terms of global temperature records. This validates ongoing, continuing, long-term climate change. Yes, there is in fact an urgent need to address global warming and climate change. The planet is experiencing increased temperatures and extreme weather conditions, including more constant natural disasters. The sea ice cover is melting in the Arctic and Antarctica. The ice sheets in Greenland and Antarctic are getting smaller. This is the reality of 2019. What will happen in the coming years?

What now?

The global goal is to reduce or eradicate greenhouse gases. How? Renewable energy. Make that shift to renewable energy in order to reduce carbon footprint, reduce waste, reduce gas emissions, and steer the planet towards a clean, safe, healthy, and sustainable future. Solar is in high demand because it is a strong power source that everyone can utilize. Using photovoltaics, the sun’s energy is converted to electricity.

What you can do about it

Everyone can take part in saving the environment. Simply investing in rooftop solar is already one surefire way to protect the environment by reducing your carbon footprint.

“It is time for serious changes for the sake of the next generation,” said Mike De Guzman, President of Solaric Corp. “We need to take global warming and climate change seriously. We need to go to battle and the only way to come through is to shift to a sustainable lifestyle with renewable energy.”

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Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

Do you know anyone who is interested in installing rooftop solar? Help them out by sharing this article with them! Click SHARE.

Contact the solar experts

For more information on solar power systems and solar system installers and experts, click here.

If you also want to #TurnOnTheSun then give us a call at 5040092 or 09178603141 or 09083775577, email info@solaric.com.ph or visit www.solaric.com.ph

We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

At Solaric, we Turn on the Sun.

HOW SOLAR AND RENEWABLES CAN SAVE THE CLIMATE

What’s up with carbon emissions?

Carbon dioxide emissions are usually associated with and caused by the burning of fossil fuels like oil, coal, and gas. Globally this year, carbon emissions hit 415 parts per million. This rate of carbon emissions would mean that the atmospheric carbon will be catastrophic in less than 15 years. The entire world is now already experiencing the effects of such, including the Philippines. We are now finally understanding that the effects include hotter temperatures, rising sea levels, and more devastating typhoons and natural disasters.

What can we do?

“Given our environmental predicament, I think it’s crucial for the Philippines to start investing aggressively in climate adaptation and to adjust responsibly to changes caused by climate change and global warming,” said Jade De Guzman, Vice President of Solaric Corp.

Adaptation or mitigation?

According to Wikipedia, the top five nations with the highest carbon dioxide emissions in the year 2017 were China, the United States, India, Russia, and Japan. They will need to make that big switch from fossil fuels to renewable energy. It is clear that adaptation comes hand in hand with mitigation because we need to reduce the carbon footprint of the planet.

What now?

Unfortunately, despite global efforts and even the Paris Agreement, fossil fuels still account for more than 2/3 of the world’s energy requirements. Even worse, carbon emission continues to increase because of increased fossil fuel consumption. Despite these facts and globally available updates, coal plant capacity is set to expand in various parts of the world, including the Philippines, which wants to double coal plant capacity.

“It is in the interest of our country to put her foot down and start implementing real action steps towards a clean, safe, and sustainable future. The good news is that solar is now widely available in the mainstream. The cost is competitive and within the same range of the cost of fossil fuel sources,” added De Guzman.

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Solaric is the leader in rooftop solar

Do you know anyone who is interested in installing rooftop solar? Help them out by sharing this article with them! Click SHARE.

Contact the solar experts

For more information on solar power systems and solar system installers and experts, click here.

If you also want to #TurnOnTheSun then give us a call at 5040092 or 09178603141 or 09083775577, email info@solaric.com.ph or visit www.solaric.com.ph

We will gladly explain to you how the system works, or schedule a survey so we can give you options for your new home or existing homes or businesses.

At Solaric, we Turn on the Sun.

4 Intangible Benefits of Solar Energy

What are the intangible benefits of solar energy?

Solar energy reduces pollution.
Solar energy can mitigate climate changes.
Solar energy helps preserve our resources.
Solar energy leads to better health outcomes.

Many have looked into solar panel installation in the Philippines and many more have considered switching to solar energy. The reason for this is the many financial benefits it offers.

Solar energy has been known to reduce a single household’s electric bill by a significant amount. There are also instances when a property’s value increased due to it being equipped with panels. When you factor these benefits in with the current price of solar panels, you can see why they’re worth the investment. Not only does it save you money, it also helps you profit in the long run.

However, solar energy has more benefits beyond these monetary ones. Benefits that people rarely talk about because they’re hard to quantify and no one can put a price on them. If you wish to know about these intangible benefits, then we suggest you continue reading.

Solar Energy Prevents Pollution

The energy sector is responsible for emitting a ton of harmful gases in the atmosphere. These emissions occur when they burn fossil fuels to generate electricity. A lot of these gases are key air pollutants such as particulate matter, nitrous oxide, and Sulphur dioxide. Solar energy, on the other hand, can produce sufficient energy with practically zero emissions.

Another type of pollution that solar energy can prevent is water pollution. The ability to lessen and prevent water pollution is one of the biggest environmental benefits that solar energy has to offer. Unfortunately, it is also the one people talk about the least. Solar energy, unlike traditional biomass and geothermal power plants, does not pollute local water supplies resources nor does it strain local water supplies.

Solar Energy Can Mitigate Climate Change

As said before, greenhouse gases and air pollutants aren’t produced when solar energy is used to generate electricity. Although small amounts are emitted during the installation and manufacture of solar energy systems, it is ten times less than what standard coal-fueled power plants emit.

Studies have also indicated that switching to solar energy could cut 100 million tons of carbon dioxide emissions yearly. And you can only imagine how good this would be for our ecosystem and how big of a weapon it is in our fight against climate change.

Solar Energy Helps Preserve Our Resources

Our natural resources are slowly but surely depleting; that is the reality we are facing today. It may look like we have an abundance of fossil fuels, which are non-renewable, but we will eventually run out. And by the time we’ve run out, we’ve damaged our environment and financial infrastructures beyond repair.

This is where solar energy comes in. Solar energy, unlike fossil fuels, is a renewable resource, meaning we have an infinite supply. The sun produces 173,000 terawatts of solar energy every second and that is ten thousand times the amount of the world’s total energy use.

Solar Energy Leads to Better Health Outcomes

When you combine all the previous points, it results in a better, less polluted environment, which will undoubtedly improve the health of each and every individual. We’ll have fresher air to breathe, safer water to drink, and on overall healthier environment.

Additionally, by using solar energy, we can stop depending on fossil fuels which is the root cause of most types of pollution.

Key Takeaway

When you’re considering solar panel installation in the Philippines, it’s so easy to think about its tangible benefits and use that to weigh things out. In fact, your first thought is probably how solar energy can ease your finances and how can you make your money back after switching to solar energy?

While that’s all good and wise, solar energy offers far greater benefits than that. Beyond these tangible and quantifiable benefits are intangible ones that most people fail to recognize. And most of it affects our environment and health—things that are far more important than money.