Investing in alternative energy
Solar towers, wave farms, electric cars, and 'smart grids' all have the whiff of science fiction about them. But oil price spikes, geo-political instability and climate change have all contributed to the urgency to find clean, green, renewable energy sources. And now the alternative energy sector has the backing of the world's governments, it has an unstoppable driving force behind it - so investing in green energy has never made more sense.
Recent articles
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(06 November 09)
The sea is the world's largest untapped source of renewable energy. But harnessing it is difficult and costly. But now, with the backing of venture capitalists, governments and utilities, it may soon compete with other energy sources. Eoin Gleeson investigates, and picks the best bet in the sector.
(18 September 09)
The recent discovery of several big new oilfields is very good news. But it doesn't mean we can ditch the search for alternative energy sources. John Stepek examines the sector and looks at the best ways to play the energy story.
(18 September 09)
The modern world relies on a supply of certain exotic metals. And China is sitting on top of most of them. Eoin Gleeson reports on the sector, and picks the best companies to invest in.
