The Global Shift to Renewable Energy Has Arrived

The global shift to clean energy is on today. Here are some undisputed facts of it.

We’re already seeing the benefits too in a whole host of sectors. And those below are just for starters. Which highlights why—with the Paris agreement about to go into effect and momentum building for action across the planet—it’s critical for those of us committed to creating a sustainable future to support world leaders working to drop dirty fossil fuels and expand clean solutions today.

 Renewables are Reducing Global Poverty and Expanding Energy Access

Currently, nearly one-fifth of the world’s population lacks access to electricity, most in rural areas of the developing world unable to connect to power grids. But with solar, batteries, LED lights and efficient appliances getting more affordable all the time and entrepreneurs developing new approaches both to technology and support for rural communities, it shouldn’t be for long.

Clean Energy Helps Improve Public Health

It’s simple: Burning fossil fuels pollutes our air, water and land, exposure to this pollution can result in deadly illnesses. With clean energy, we can all breathe easier.

We Protect Forests and Reduce Deforestation

Clearing the planet’s forests accounts for approximately 15 percent of global emissions—that’s about the same, if not slightly more, than transportation. But countries like Brazil and India are creating policies to drastically reduce deforestation as key parts of their strategies for cutting greenhouse gas emissions and meeting their commitments in the Paris agreement.

Climate-Smart Agriculture is Growing

We’re getting smarter about how we farm. Some studies and trial programs have suggested that adopting more sustainable agricultural management techniques could reduce global greenhouse gas emissions more than 40 percent.

All these are great benefits for the mankind. And we need to keep the direction.

Source: www.ecowatch.com

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