Can investors afford to ignore renewable energy?

Renewable energy usage and investment hit record highs in 2024. Large and mid-cap companies across a range of sectors have increased their usage over the years, and some have invested in green energy infrastructure. Some businesses are also planning to relocate to access renewable energy. The growth of renewable energy is global but uneven. European companies currently lead the way when it comes to green energy usage, self-generation and capital investment. Analysis of companies within the Bloomberg World Large & Mid Cap Index shows that businesses that use more renewable energy achieve higher...