Motley Fool Money Opportunities in Sustainable Investing
Oct 16, 2022
Bruce Usher, a Columbia Business School professor and author of "Investing in the Era of Climate Change," shares his insights on sustainable investing. He discusses the fine line between genuine sustainability and greenwashing, helping listeners discern fact from fiction. Usher highlights advancements in renewable energy technologies and the critical role electric vehicles play in overcoming intermittent energy issues. The conversation also covers the financial complexities of transitioning to cleaner technologies in both developed and developing nations.
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Usher's Pivot to Sustainable Investing
- Bruce Usher transitioned from traditional finance to sustainable investing in 2002.
- He joined a company investing in climate change projects in developing countries.
Renewable Energy's Rise
- Renewable energy is becoming the cheapest power source globally.
- Electric vehicles and green hydrogen are promising but face scalability challenges.
Nuclear Power's Dilemma
- Nuclear power is safe but expensive, hindering new plant construction.
- Small modular reactors (SMRs) offer potential but are still under development.
