Understanding where clean energy technologies are headed isn’t just valuable for those in the energy sector anymore. Businesses can benefit from aligning their energy and decarbonization strategies with the industry’s developments. In this GreenBiz Group article for Enel North America, I’ve shared five clean energy trends businesses should take note of: 1 – Climate risk is stressing the need for organizations to increase resilience and flexibility 2 – Our aging grid is holding back clean energy progress, creating demand for various paths to decarbonization 3 – The IRA is unleashing a flood of capital, but private sector partners will need to invest in the long-term to meet climate goals 4 – Our supply of green jobs is outpacing the supply of qualified workers, driving need for companies to get involved locally 5 – Momentum is increasing for next generation clean energy technologies, changing the way businesses approach clean electrification Level up your clean energy strategy 👇
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