Fossil Fuels
RENEWABLE ENERGY
Fossil Fuels
It ’ s estimated that fossil fuels will be entirely depleted by 2060 , so an eventual shift to renewable energy is inevitable .
Solar Disks Earth-based solar power is weaker in the winter and ceases at nighttime , but solar disks in space could have their trajectory positioned for the panels to capture endless sunlight . The European Space Agency and the USA are exploring the possibilities .
Businesses using solar power Many businesses are already using solar power , with a public commitment to expand their renewable energy policies .
In April , Apple unveiled that the company would build a battery-based renewable energy storage facility in California . Apple ’ s properties already use solar power throughout the Golden State . The storage facility will allow Apple to store energy reserves for nighttime when the solar panels cannot provide energy .
“ In a year like no other , Apple continued to work with a global network of colleagues , companies , and advocates to help make our environmental efforts and everything we do a force for good in people ’ s lives — and to work alongside the communities most impacted by climate change ,” said Lisa Jackson , Apple ’ s vice president for Environment , Policy , and Social Initiatives .
In 2012 , Ikea launched The IKEA sustainability strategy , People & Planet Positive , with the ambition to ensure that
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