Carbon is such a natural part of so many human activities that many different areas of policy making and decisions are now having to consider it. Planning, energy and economic policies are all being re-examined in many countries to reduce carbon emissions. - Description added by: David Lockie + Add your own description
A low carbon economy requires careful financial planning to ensure a smooth economic transition. New technologies, companies and business models provide alternative investment opportunities, and the changing financial landscape will affect existing markets, stocks and shares. Regulation, incentives, tax, loans and grants are all part of the low carbon economy. - Description added by: David Lockie + Add your own description
Renewable and alternative energy sources are set to play an increasingly important role in providing the electricity, heat, cooling and fuels that society needs. There is a wide range of energy sources such as solar (both photovoltaic and solar thermal), wind, bio-fuels and biomass, hydro-electric, geothermal and heat pumps. - Description added by: David Lockie + Add your own description
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