These days we hear a lot about using eco-friendly products, biodegradable products, recycling plastics, etc. to minimize carbon footprint and save the environment. But we don’t realize that unless and until we minimize consumption, we can’t really save our environment. For example, look at world consumption; Today, products are made, used, and then disposed of at a rate faster than the earth can accommodate in a less harmful way. Therefore, it is important that we switch to green alternatives now, otherwise we will be covered by contaminants and toxins produced in the course of manufacturing non-biodegradable products like plastics. In this article, we will discuss about one such green alternative that has a remarkable effect in reversing the negative effects that we created by technological advancement and the industrial revolution.

There are numerous ways to combat climate change, but switching to a clean, renewable energy source, solar power, is an ideal way. So, let’s take a look at some of the interesting facts about solar energy.

It is the most abundant source of energy. The amount of energy that the earth receives in one minute is approximately 10,000 times greater than the energy needs of the entire world.

Without a doubt, solar energy is the cleanest energy source available on the planet. Unlike fossil fuels, solar energy does not produce toxic byproducts. The solar panels use a photovoltaic system that does not have any harmful effect on the environment and humans.

· Solar energy is convenient, versatile and flexible compared to wind energy because the main source of solar energy is the Sun, which can be accessed anywhere in the world. Unlike hydropower (which is also a cheap, renewable source of energy), solar power is not a threat to marine life or to people on Earth.

· Worried about the ever-increasing utility bill and looking for a way out? Well, solar energy is your solution. By installing solar panels, you will not only reduce your utility bills, but you will also increase the value of your property. Although solar panels are a bit expensive at first, they prove to be efficient and profitable in the long run. The best part is that they do not require a lot of maintenance, so it saves you additional expenses in addition to being durable.

One of the common misconceptions about solar panels is that they are expensive and affordable only for the elite class, which is not true. Solar panels require a one-time investment after which you do not have to invest for regular maintenance. In fact, in most countries, the government grants special tax breaks and other benefits for going solar. Once you install solar panels, you free yourself from utility bills, power outages, and increase your property value by going green.