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Power your portfolio with renewable-energy stocks
Tips The COP26 conference showed that fossil fuels are on their way out. This is a big opportunity for companies developing the equipment and technology that will make green energy viable, says Matthew Partridge
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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How the return of nuclear power can help get us to net zero
Briefings Nuclear power was the future once – and now it seems it is again as governments look for ways to meet their net-zero targets.
By Simon Wilson Published
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The climate summit didn’t kill off coal – what stocks might benefit?
Analysis The COP26 climate summit made a commitment to "phase down" coal. But coal still accounts for a vast amount of the energy produced around the world – and will do for some time yet. Saloni Sardana looks at what was agreed, and how you can invest in coal.
By Saloni Sardana Published
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Is investors’ enthusiasm for renewable energy justified?
Analysis Investors have been pouring money into renewable energy funds. But the sector has had a tricky year so far. Max King looks at the opportunities for investors – and the risks.
By Max King Published
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Carrots and sticks: why energy prices won't fall for a long time
Editor's letter Energy is going to be more expensive for a long time before it gets both cleaner and cheaper.
By Merryn Somerset Webb Published
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The world still needs fossil fuels – here's how to invest
Cover Story Our enduring need for oil and gas heralds a boom in exploration and production, says Andrew Hunt.
By Andrew Hunt Published
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The world faces a chilly winter as energy prices climb
News The gas crisis has revealed Europe’s dependence on imported gas, but the rest of the world is facing higher bills too.
By Alex Rankine Published
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How to invest as natural gas prices soar
Tips Gas prices have fallen from their recent highs, but prices are still many times higher than they were last year. Saloni Sardana looks at why supply is so low, and how you can invest in natural gas.
By Saloni Sardana Published
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How to invest in small nuclear reactors – the future of green energy
Opinion The UK’s electricity supply needs to be more robust for days when the wind doesn’t blow. We need nuclear power, says Dominic Frisby. And the future of nuclear power is SMRs – small modular reactors. Here’s how to invest.
By Dominic Frisby Published
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