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- Increased risk of extinction for up to 30% of the world's natural species by 2020 and total extinction of 40% of the world's species by 2080.
- Increased natural disasters - such as flood, wildfire and storms.
- Increased mortality from heatwaves, floods and droughts.
- Destruction of coral reefs and melting of polar regions, raising sea levels by 13 to 20 feet.
- Millions of deaths worldwide and enormous increases in poverty and hunger.
- Climate change is caused by the build-up of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions in the atmosphere. Carbon dioxide is produced by human activities such as industrial processing, using fossil fuels as an energy source and destroying forests, which assist in removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
To address climate change we must dramatically reduce our greenhouse gases emissions, primarily by moving away from traditional sources of energy to more efficient and renewable sources. This requires understanding and commitment at all levels - including government, business and individuals. At gpnl, we feel a deep responsibility for raising awareness of climate change issues and helping others understand the role that solar energy can play in reducing carbon dioxide emissions. We are also passionate about working with people, nature and technology to provide for a more sustainable future. As such, we are proud to be at the forefront of developing efficient, affordable, reliable and clean solar energy solutions for the benefit of all.
To this end, gpnl has worked since its inception in early 2006 to become a leading authority on solar energy. Our reputation as a premier player in the area of photovoltaic has led us to a number of prestigious projects.
With worldwide global energy consumption expected to increase significantly in the coming decades. We hope you will join in our commitment to sustainable energy solutions and a green global future.
Why Solar?
Some key facts on solar energy highlight its significant potential in resolving the climate change crisis:
- The Sun has sufficient helium mass to provide the Earth with energy for another five billion years. It emits enough energy to power humankind for an entire year in 1/816,000th of a second!
- The Earth receives only one half of one billionth of the Sun's radiant energy, but in just a few days it gets as much heat and light as could be produced by burning all the oil, coal and wood on the planet.
- Worldwide, some two billion people are still without electricity. For these populations it is more economically viable to install solar panels than to extend established electricity grids.
- Harnessing this power can reap significant benefits for businesses, individuals and governments alike. For example, businesses can use solar energy to:
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