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SOLUTIONS TO GLOBAL WARMING

How to stopclimate
change?
Global warming is likely to be the greatest threat of our century. Find out its
causes and effects, innovative solutions to climate change, but also how you
can contribute.
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 01.Solutions

 02.Contribute

 03.Definition

 04.Causes

 05.Effects

 06.Prevention

Ecosystems
Today we can!
Climate experts are formal: the earth is warming up at a steady pace. The reason
for this is the increase in human-caused greenhouse gases, which has led to health,
ecological and humanitarian crises.

Despite this, the fight against climate change is a real opportunity to transition
to a low carbon society, creating jobs, innovation and social justice locally and
internationally.

What is the meaning of global warming? What are its causes, its consequences
and the possible solutions?

01.Solutions

Global warmingsolutions
The Solar Impulse Label is granted to innovative solutions to global warming that
meet high standards of sustainability and profitability.
Each solution goes through a strict assessment process performed by
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JUL
2018

Initial market
BOUND4BLUE
Wingsail system for fuel efficiency in the shipping industry
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DEC
2018

Prototype
SOLARSEA
SolarSea is a commercial renewable energy product that creates space for solar
panels on the sea surface

 SDG 7.

 SDG 9.

 SDG 12.
APR
2018

Prototype
RENEWABLE GAS FOR INDUSTRIAL BURNERS
Producing renewable gas on-site using low-cost local biomass for industrial burners
and process heat.
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FEB
2019

Small market
BHEP
Hybrid Positive-Economy Building
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APR
2019

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Prototype
WAVEROLLER
Oscillating wave surge converter

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MAY
2018
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Large market
PELLENC ST
Multi-material optical sorting machine to help recycle large amounts of waste quickly
and accurately.

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FEB
2019

Large market
ECO CHILLER
Energy recovery from cryogenic gases
  SDG 7.

 SDG 11.

MAY
2018

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DISTRICT COOLING SYSTEMS
Integrated chilled water production system for efficient cooling of buildings in cities

 SDG 12.

OCT
2018

Small market
INEX CIRCULAR
An open data digital platform to connect local waste producers with buyers of
recycled raw materials

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MAY
2018
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Initial market
ANTISMOG
Reliably measure and reduce air pollution from vehicles through hydrogen technology

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MAY
2018

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Large market
WENOW
A plug-and-play solution to reduce fuel costs and air pollution by making driving
100% carbon neutral.

 SDG 12.

JUL
2018

Large market
AGOLIN®
A blend of high quality plant extracts that reduce methane production in dairy cows
and beef cattle
  SDG 9.

JUL
2018

Initial market
BOUND4BLUE
Wingsail system for fuel efficiency in the shipping industry

 SDG 7.

DEC
2018

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Prototype
SOLARSEA
SolarSea is a commercial renewable energy product that creates space for solar
panels on the sea surface

 SDG 7.

 SDG 9.

 SDG 12.

APR
2018

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Prototype
RENEWABLE GAS FOR INDUSTRIAL BURNERS
Producing renewable gas on-site using low-cost local biomass for industrial burners
and process heat.

 SDG 11.

FEB
2019

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Small market
BHEP
Hybrid Positive-Economy Building

 SDG 7.
APR
2019

Prototype
WAVEROLLER
Oscillating wave surge converter
  SDG 9.

 SDG 12.

MAY
2018

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Large market
PELLENC ST
Multi-material optical sorting machine to help recycle large amounts of waste quickly
and accurately.

02.Contribute

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03.Definition

What is theglobal warming?

Global warming is a phenomenon of climate change characterized by a general

increase in average temperatures of the Earth, which modifies the weather
balances and ecosystems for a long time. It is directly linked to the increase of
greenhouse gases in our atmosphere, worsening the greenhouse effect.

In fact, the average temperature of the planet has increased by 0.8º Celsius
(1.44° Fahrenheit) compared to the end of the 19th century. Each of the last three
decades has been warmer than all previous decades since the begin ning of the
statistical surveys in 1850.

At the pace of current CO2 emissions, scientists expect an increase of between

1.5° and 5.3°C (2.7° to 9.54°F) in average temperature by 2100. If no action is
taken, it would have harmful consequences to humanity and the biosphere.

The greenhouse effect is a natural phenomenon. However, the increase in

greenhouse gases is linked to human activities.

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04.Causes

Global warmingcauses
The world's leading climate scientists believe that human activities are very likely
the main cause of global warming since the mid-twentieth century, mostly
because of:

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FOSSIL FUELS

The massive use of fossil fuels is obviously the first source of global warming, as
burning coal, oil and gas produces carbon dioxide - the most important greenhouse
gas in the atmosphere - as well as nitrous oxide.

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DEFORESTATION

The exploitation of forests has a major role in climate change. Trees help regulate
the climate by absorbing CO2 from the atmosphere. When they are cut down, this
positive effect is lost and the carbon stored in the trees is released into the
atmosphere.

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INTENSIVE FARMING

Another cause of global warming is intensive farming, not only with the ever -
increasing livestock, but also with plant protection products and fertilizers. In fact,
cattle and sheep produce large amounts of methane when digesting their food, while
fertilizers produce nitrous oxide emissions.

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WASTE DISPOSAL

Waste management methods like landfills and incineration emit greenhouse and toxic
gases - including methane - that are released into the atmosphere, soil and
waterways, contributing to the increase of the greenhouse effect.

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MINING

Modern life is highly dependent on the mining and metallurgical industry. Metals and
minerals are the raw materials used in the construction, transportation and
manufacturing of goods. From extraction to delivery, this market accounts for 5% of
all greenhouse gas emissions.

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OVERCONSUMPTION

Finally, overconsumption also plays a major role in climate change. In fact, it is

responsible for the overexploitation of natural resources and emissions from
international freight transport, which both contributes to global warming.

05.Effects

Global warmingeffects
Here are some consequences that are documented in the Intergovernmental
Panel on Climate Change Special Report on Global Warming:
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1.On biodiversity

The increase of temperatures and the climate upheavals disturb the ecosystems,
modify the conditions and cycles of plant reproduction. The scarcity of resources and
climate change are changing life habits and migratory cycles of animals. We are
already witnessing the disappearance of many species - including endemic species -
or, conversely, the intrusion of invasive species that threaten crops and other
animals.

Global warming therefore impacts biodiversity. It is the balance of biodiversity that is

modified and threatened. According to the IPCC, a 1.5°C (2.7°F) average rise might
put 20-30% of species at risk of extinction. If the planet warms by more than 2°C,
most ecosystems will struggle.
2.On oceans

Because of global warming, permafrost and ice are melting massively at the poles,
increasing the sea level at a rate never known before. In a century, the increase
reaches 18 cm (including 6 cm in the last 20 years). The worst case scenario is a rise
of up to 1m by 2100.

The acidification of the oceans is also of great concern. In fact, the large amount of
CO2 captured by the oceans makes them more acidic, arousing serious que stions
about the adaptability of seashells or coral reefs.
3.On humans

Human beings are not spared by these upheavals. Climate change is affecting the
global economy. It is already shaking up social, health and geopolitical balances in
many parts of the world. The scarcity of resources like food and energy gives rise to
new conflicts.

Rising sea levels and floods are causing population migration. Small island states
are in the front line. The estimated number of climate refugees by 2050 is 250 million
people.
4.On the weather

For decades now, meteorologists and climatologists around the world have been
watching the effects of global warming on the weather phenomena. And the impact is
huge: more droughts and heatwaves, more precipitations, more natural disasters like
floods, hurricanes, storms and wildfires, frost-free season, etc.
06.Prevention

Global warmingprevention
Good news - there are ways to reduce global warming. But how can climate
change be reversed? What solutions to consider?

1.Renewable energies

The first way to prevent climate change is to move away from fossil fuels. What are
the alternatives? Renewable energies like solar, wind, biomass and geothermal.

2.Energy & water efficiency

Producing clean energy is essential, but reducing our consumption of energy and
water by using more efficient devices (e.g. LED light bulbs, innovative shower
system) is less costly and equally important.

3.Sustainable transportation

Promoting public transportation, carpooling, but also electric and hydrogen mobility,
can definitely help reduce CO2 emissions and thus fight global warming.

4.Sustainable infrastructure
In order to reduce the CO2 emissions from buildings - caused by heating, air
conditioning, hot water or lighting - it is necessary both to build new low energy
buildings, and to renovate the existing constructions.

5.Sustainable agriculture & forest management

Encouraging better use of natural resources, stopping massive deforestation as well

as making agriculture greener and more efficient should also be a priority.

6.Responsible consumption & recycling

Adopting responsible consumption habits is crucial, be it regarding food (particularly

meat), clothing, cosmetics or cleaning products. Last but not least, recycling is an
absolute necessity for dealing with waste.

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