Economic Transition & Policy

With fossil-fuel prices rising and renewable energy prices falling, policymakers worldwide must adjust to a brave new energy landscape. Investors and campaigners are urging governments to take more action to boost renewable technologies and achieve net-zero targets. But efforts to date have often fallen short of climate goals, and the communities that still rely heavily on fossil fuels for tax revenues and jobs need transition strategies. IEEFA analyzes trends and selectively comments on key projects and policies that present opportunities to advance a sustainable energy economy. IEEFA’s analysis reveals how the sound sustainable energy decision is also a savvy move for economic development.