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Producing vast amounts of cheap, clean energy, the sun is critical for global decarbonisation. Harnessing solar power involves everything from photovoltaics and batteries to the transmission lines and transformers that form the backbone of the world's power systems.

A look at Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing has sparked debate for years: can it deliver meaningful financial returns while addressing pressing global challenges? And is it reshaping financial strategies - or simply reframing old ideas in new terms?

Natural disasters, wars and political crises make food supplies more difficult and food more expensive. Examples from Singapore and Indonesia show how fluctuations can be mitigated and supplies guaranteed.

Gross pioneered active bond trading and became an investing superstar - until hubris caught up with him.

Global decarbonisation means more electrification and less fossil fuels. The solution to growing electricity demand? Energy from renewable sources. These are often the most efficient and cost-effective.

Both private equity and private debt can provide valuable diversification and risk-adjusted returns.

With markets in many countries, trading in carbon credits is an essential feature of the journey to global net-zero emissions. An overview.