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Demand for a clean, green tomorrow will advance energy and conservation.
The persistent increase in global emissions has led to intensifying debates around climate change and how we can resolve it. There are several forces underpinning this megatrend—such as an expanding population and the rising demand for food, and the energy and materials that continue to strain the finite resources of the planet—making the need for solutions that address resource scarcity greater than ever.
The impact of climate change is evident when looking at the numbers:
The social and economic consequences of climate change are substantial. As a result, new solutions to address finite resources continue to emerge, presenting opportunities to invest in companies that are focused on making a positive impact - through energy efficiency, sustainable food systems and scarce material alternatives.
In some countries, clean energy sources are comparable to natural gas and coal power in terms of unit costs and rely less on government subsidies each year.
88% The average price of solar module has fallen 88% since 20103
40% The cost of wind turbines has declined by over 40% since 20103
As large emerging markets continue to grow, the need for nutrition rises with per capita GDP. This greater demand will require agricultural solutions, as it will have to be satisfied with fewer resources.
Globally, the area of land dedicated to agriculture has persistently declined over the last 20 years and with it so has agriculture’s share of total employment – going from 42% to 25% in the last 30 years.4