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Ed Crooks
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Vice-chairman of Energy, Americas, Wood Mackenzie
New York
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By Ed Crooks| Wood Mackenzie@ These are hard times for investment in low-carbon energy. The lack of progress in international climate negotiations, threats to policy support, and an increased awareness of the challenges of decarbonisation, have created some strong headwinds. Everyone agrees that more breakthroughs in innovative emissions-reducing technologies are essential for tackling climate change. So how can innovative energy companies raise the capital they need to scale?
By Ed Crooks| Wood Mackenzie@ On the campaign trail last year, President Donald Trump promised steep increases in US tariffs, and in office he has been acting swiftly to make good on those pledges. Last week, he announced a broad-based package of new tariffs on US imports, in what is being seen as one of the most radical moves to reshape the world economy in decades. The new tariffs, announced on what was billed by the administration as “Liberation Day” last Wednesday, are scheduled to take effect on 9 April.
By Ed Crooks| Wood Mackenzie@ These are hard times for investment in low-carbon energy. The lack of progress in international climate negotiations, threats to policy support, and an increased awareness of the challenges of decarbonisation, have created some strong headwinds. Everyone agrees that more breakthroughs in innovative emissions-reducing technologies are essential for tackling climate change. So how can innovative energy companies raise the capital they need to scale?
Company Info
Wood Mackenzie
Wood Mackenzie is a global provider of data and analytics solutions for the renewables, energy, and natural resources sectors. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Edinburgh, Scotland, the company operates in over 29 locations across five continents. With a team of approximately 1,900 to 2,300 experts, Wood Mackenzie supports businesses and governments in making informed decisions in complex markets. The company offers a variety of services, including high-quality data and analytics, actionable insights, consultancy, and events that connect industry leaders. Wood Mackenzie serves a diverse clientele, including energy producers, governments, and financial institutions, helping them navigate rapidly changing market conditions. As part of the Veritas group, Wood Mackenzie continues to enhance its capabilities and global reach.
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
+41 44 533 16 50
Founded: 1973