Investment in the renewable energy industry makes good dollars and sense

31 Jan, 2008

 Fear of climate change together with high oil prices and increasing government support are key factors driving the soaring rate of investment in the renewable energy and energy efficiency industries.

According to information contained in a trend analysis from the UN Environment Programme, investment capital flowing into renewable energy increased $20 billion to a record $100 billion in 2006, with the volatile growth showing no signs of abating. Information sourced from the United Nations Environment Programme. Read the full report .