As demand for energy soars around the world, so does the pollution that comes from the burning of coal, oil, and gas. That is why it is so refreshing to hear large corporations are actively trying to use clean energy sources to reduce their carbon footprint.

With that in mind, the food and snack corporation Mars just signed a massive new energy deal with a company called Enel North America. According to Electrek, Mars has agreed to purchase all the energy produced by three large Texas solar farms. The amount of energy is equivalent to the power necessary for 150,000 homes annually.

Large-scale community solar farm projects like the ones involved in this Mars deal are great for everyone because they lower energy costs, provide more stability for the electrical grid, promote energy independence, and create new jobs. And they help provide a cleaner and cooler future for all because solar energy does not release toxic emissions into the atmosphere.

And this is only the latest good news on the solar front. A massive solar farm in Illinois called Double Black Diamond is set to provide 800 megawatts to the grid. And another large solar project developed in California will be able to power up to 14,000 homes.

Of course, for individuals, installing solar panels is the ultimate home energy hack because it can bring your monthly energy costs to at or near $0. And it is now easier than ever thanks to a company called EnergySage. It offers a free online tool that allows potential customers to compare quotes from vetted contractors. It can also save customers up to $10,000.

Another way for individuals to save energy and money with their solar panels is to install appliances such as heat pumps. Mitsubishi can help customers find the right, affordable heat pump to fit their needs.

The leaders behind the massive agreement were understandably excited about the future it offers.

Michele Di Murro, CEO of Enel North America, said, per Electrek, “Through these agreements, we’re adding clean capacity to the Texas grid while supporting a leading manufacturer’s sustainability goals.”

Kevin Rabinovitch, global VP of sustainability at Mars, said the agreement “lets us bring demand for all the electricity used in our value chain to the clean energy market in a highly efficient manner.”

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