2011 is almost upon us, and beyond being reminded that I’m another year older with a few more grey hairs, I’m anticipating another strong year for cleantech ahead. But my specific opinions stemming from ten years in cleantech investing may be different from many, so I’d like to present yo with my “Top 11 List” and outline how I believe the industry will evolve within the next 12 months.
- Cleantech will become more visible. Cleantech applications will get wider acceptance in many industries. The “electrification of transpo tation” and its infrastructure, including (fast) charging and supporting energy storage, will become more important. LED-based products will become more common on Home Depot and Walmart shelves. Energy efficiency will become the building industry standar , and cleantech will start to make more significant inroads in traditional oil, coal, and gas processes. The “mainstreaming of cleantech” will finally take off.
To read the full, original article click on this link: Guest Post: The Visibility and Invisibility of Cleantech in 2011 : Greentech Media
Author: Wal van Lierop
