Knowing that plants are able to differentially respond to varying concentrations and intensities of light, it is essential to understand why these reactions are important. Due to a steady rise in global temperatures in recent years, many plants have become more susceptible to light damage. Many factors including soil nutrient richness, ambient temperature fluctuation and water availability all impact the photoprotection process in plants. Plants exposed to high light intensity coupled with water deficits displayed a significantly inhibited photoprotection response. Recently, it was suggested that photoprotective parameters should be added to photosynthesis-measuring systems to make measurements easier for non-experts in phenotyping. Although not yet fully understood, photoprotection is an essential function of plants.