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Datamonitor's top five green business predictions for 2011

Following three turbulent yet encouraging years for the global cleantech industry, oscillating traction is now crystallizing across some of the more mature cleantech markets. Against this uncertain and shifting backdrop, Datamonitor makes its top five predictions for global green business in 2011 and beyond.

Published By Datamonitor
09 Mar 2011
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Sustainability is on the rise across sectors and geographies

The last decade saw rising interest in sustainability among governments, industries, and the public. With the effects of the recession still lingering, state and private stakeholders are looking towards green and energy-efficient technologies as new avenues for growth. The key emerging trends around the sustainability space relate to industries as diverse as energy, transport, and construction.

Published By Datamonitor
07 Feb 2011
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Japan's aging population is good news for companies offering green products and services

Japanese consumers are very environmentally aware, with a green outlook that largely translates into corresponding behavior. Indeed, only around 5% are distinctly non-green. Companies that provide environmentally sound offerings will be able to access the sales potential of Japan's older population in particular, as the over-55s show the greenest attitudes.

Published By Datamonitor
14 Sep 2010
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Banks are wary of environmental risks, but a switch to green lending is not inevitable

Some of the world's biggest banks will make it increasingly difficult for companies involved in controversial industries to get funding for future projects. Growing environmental scrutiny is making it harder for lenders to finance polluting industries without suffering a blow to their reputation, but a continued focus on profit means improved lending for green ventures is far from guaranteed.

Published By Datamonitor
09 Sep 2010
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Australia: new administration to revive climate change policy

Julia Gillard, the recently appointed Australian prime minister, has named climate change as one of her top priorities should her party be re-elected. This indicates that some form of carbon pricing policy will be enacted in the near future, rather than being postponed until 2013 as previously planned.

Published By Datamonitor
05 Jul 2010
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Banking reform: addressing the sustainability of banking business models

The financial crisis has highlighted the fragility of banking business models which are based on high levels of risk and low reserves. In the aftermath of the crisis, many banks are aiming to demonstrate that sustainability is making its way onto their agendas. However, there is currently little evidence that this is indeed the case.

Published By Datamonitor
05 Jul 2010
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New alliance highlights growing market for sustainable lighting products in Asia

The strategic alliance between Nichia and Sujana Energy is part of an ongoing trend whereby LED manufacturers are shifting their focus away from mature markets and toward emerging ones like India and China. This trend, which has seen lighting majors like Philips and Havells Sylvania launch their LED offerings in India, will continue alongside growth in Asia Pacific's sustainable lighting market.

Published By Datamonitor
09 Jun 2010
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Volatility in global commodities markets drives spend in risk management IT

Analysts expect that increased volatility in commodities markets globally will drive spend in risk management IT. However, commodities present their own unique characteristics that must be observed, making it fundamental for IT vendors looking to capitalize on the opportunity to have a full understanding and appreciation of the underlying physical market and of their potential client's business.

Published By Datamonitor
01 May 2008

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