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? US clean investment cleans up with $239bn #187

Climate Tech VC

The US Clean Investment Monitor published its annual report for 2023, which saw clean investment total $239bn, up 38% from 2022. Energy & industry. Happy Monday!    Lots of spice for clean investment this week. The picture was less rosy for new wind and heat pumps, both of which have suffered from high interest rates. .

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Clear and present danger: Why business leaders must take a more active stance on the climate crisis

Business Green

The planet's extreme situation demands a much more aggressive approach, argue Imagine's Paul Polman, Agder Energi's Steffen Syvertsen, and Bjørn K Haugland from Skift Business Climate Leaders. It has three purposes: nonproliferation, disarmament, and peaceful use of nuclear energy. It's not just a government issue.

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Global Briefing: Paris Olympics targets zero food waste and more plant based meals

Business Green

African green hydrogen plans, new coal-to-clean energy deals, and worsening climate impacts. The organising committee said it would work with NGOs and commercial partners to slash the impact of the estimated 13 million meals that will be served during Paris 2024 and showcase the best of sustainable food.

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