Renewable opportunities

CLEAN ENERGY

Maria Merricks asks why investor confidence in the renewables space has been low since the economic downturn; particularly in the past year, as questions surrounded whether European austerity packages would reduce support for alternative energy

Two mega trends remain with the current energy supply: it is harming the environment and is running out fast. With this in mind, commentators are urging investors to take another look at the sector, rendering the long-term growth opportunities too good to ignore. Solar prospects Within the alternative energy sector, the Guinness Alternative Energy fund is probably the most pure play, says co-manager Edward Guinness. With 52% in solar holdings, the fund is heavily exposed compared to its peers, the main reason being they see growth exceeding expectations this year and continuing strongl...