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Green Growth: Integrating Solar Farms for Diversified Investment Returns

Sustainability is top of mind for investors. Sustainable investments accounted for more than a third of all global assets under management, totaling $35.3 trillion. The growth in sustainable investments reflects a growing commitment to support initiatives that prioritize profit and purpose.

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Debunking Common Myths About Solar Farm Investments

Solar energy is rapidly becoming a cornerstone of sustainable energy solutions. Just last year, the world added 50% more renewable energy capacity than the previous years. Solar energy accounted for three-quarters of global green energy additions. This trend is showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, renewable energy capacity is expected to more than double by 2028, driven largely by solar power.

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Why Solar Farms Are the Future of ESG Investments

In recent years, there has been a shift in the way people invest. More and more, investors are looking for opportunities that not only provide returns on their investment but also have positive environmental and social impacts. Within this trend, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing has gained significant traction.

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Why Utility-Grade Solar Investment Funds Outperform Index Funds

Climate change is a serious issue that requires immediate action. It increases the risks of extreme weather events and negatively impacts people’s health and livelihoods. Worryingly, climate change is projected to cause around 250,000 additional deaths per year from malnutrition, malaria, and heat stress. Clearly, something needs to be done.

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The Economic and Environmental Reasons Coal Is on Its Way Out

Shifts are happening in the global energy landscape. The decreasing consumption of coal for energy and the increasing demand for renewable energy sources are driving these changes. In 2023 alone, the world added 50% more renewable energy capacity than in 2022. Nearly three-quarters of this was solar energy, and the trend isn’t slowing down. Renewable energy capacity is expected to more than double by 2028, driven largely by solar power.

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Sun-Powered Income: The Advantages and Challenges of Leasing Your Land for Solar

The demand for utility-scale solar power is rising, and with it, the demand for suitable land. In the first quarter of 2024 alone, 11.8 gigawatts (GW) of utility-scale projects were installed in the U.S., accounting for 75% of all new electricity-generating capacity added to the U.S. grid. This reflects a growing trend in solar investments. In fact, the U.S. The Energy Information Administration (EIA) forecasts that solar energy will be the primary driver of growth in the U.S. electric power sector, increasing from 4% of electricity generated in 2023 to 7% in 2025.

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How Solar Energy Can Help Combat Climate Change

Climate change is a global crisis, and its effects are already being felt. Record temperatures, rising sea levels, and extreme weather events are causing significant environmental, social, and economic impacts. If the world does not act, these effects will only worsen and possibly become irreversible. Addressing climate change urgently and investing in innovative solutions is imperative if we hope to create an environmentally sustainable future.

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