Climate change is a rapidly advancing human crisis that threatens millions of lives, natural species and the environment, according to leading international scientists.

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change - a group of thousands of renowned international scientists who provide authoritative advice on climate change - predicts drastic negative effects if carbon dioxide emissions continue to grow, including:

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.

• 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 Pur Solar, 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 providing efficient, affordable, reliable and clean solar energy solutions for the benefit of all.