The need for alternative sources of renewable energy is an oft-heard call around the world.Yet investment in Europe and the USA in this sector is falling due to the financial crisis, lowgas prices and an uncertain policy environment. China now leads the world in creating a ‘new world order’ in the low-carbon sector, and Japan, South Korea and Mexico are experiencing growing investment in clean technologies. Learn from pioneers in renewable energy, and discuss the politics, economics and behavioural changes that are key to spurring this industry.