Climate Change

How to Amplify Environmental Change Beyond Rooftop Solar and EVs

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For individuals looking to amplify the environmental outcomes of their investments, it’s crucial to consider larger-scale solutions. In this article, we’ll explore how you can maximize the environmental impact of your investments beyond rooftop solar panels and EVs. The Limitations of Personal Green Investments Rooftop solar and EVs are too limited in scope and scale […]

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Why Rooftop Solar is Struggling, and Utility-Scale Solar is Not

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Rooftop solar installations can be a good way to reduce your environmental impact. However, they come with significant challenges that limit their ability to drive the systemic changes needed to combat climate change. Utility-scale solar farms, by contrast, are rapidly becoming the preferred choice for investors and environmental advocates alike.

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Debunking Common Myths About Solar Farm Investments

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Solar energy is rapidly becoming a cornerstone of sustainable energy solutions. Just last year, the world added 50% more renewable energy capacity than the previous years. Solar energy accounted for three-quarters of global green energy additions. This trend is showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, renewable energy capacity is expected to more than double by 2028, driven largely by solar power.

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Why Utility-Grade Solar Investment Funds Outperform Index Funds

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Climate change is a serious issue that requires immediate action. It increases the risks of extreme weather events and negatively impacts people’s health and livelihoods. Worryingly, climate change is projected to cause around 250,000 additional deaths per year from malnutrition, malaria, and heat stress. Clearly, something needs to be done.

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The Economic and Environmental Reasons Coal Is on Its Way Out

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Shifts are happening in the global energy landscape. The decreasing consumption of coal for energy and the increasing demand for renewable energy sources are driving these changes. In 2023 alone, the world added 50% more renewable energy capacity than in 2022. Nearly three-quarters of this was solar energy, and the trend isn’t slowing down. Renewable energy capacity is expected to more than double by 2028, driven largely by solar power.

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Sun-Powered Income: The Advantages and Challenges of Leasing Your Land for Solar

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The demand for utility-scale solar power is rising, and with it, the demand for suitable land. In the first quarter of 2024 alone, 11.8 gigawatts (GW) of utility-scale projects were installed in the U.S., accounting for 75% of all new electricity-generating capacity added to the U.S. grid. This reflects a growing trend in solar investments. In fact, the U.S. The Energy Information Administration (EIA) forecasts that solar energy will be the primary driver of growth in the U.S. electric power sector, increasing from 4% of electricity generated in 2023 to 7% in 2025.

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How Solar Energy Can Help Combat Climate Change

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Climate change is a global crisis, and its effects are already being felt. Record temperatures, rising sea levels, and extreme weather events are causing significant environmental, social, and economic impacts. If the world does not act, these effects will only worsen and possibly become irreversible. Addressing climate change urgently and investing in innovative solutions is imperative if we hope to create an environmentally sustainable future.

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How to Make Your Business Paperless

Going Paperless: Tips for Making Your Business More Digital

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Shasta Power is committed to assisting you in expanding your investment portfolio while contributing to a healthier planet for future generations. Contact us today. Many business owners are intimidated by the prospect of going paperless. But the truth is that it doesn’t have to be an overwhelming process, and the benefits far outweigh the time

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