The global green transition won’t be driven by self-interest alone
- Posted on August 5, 2026
- By Financial Times
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In brief
Market forces alone cannot accelerate the global transition to renewable energy. Governments must implement strategic policies and regulatory frameworks to create competitive advantages for clean energy sectors. This analysis explores how state intervention through subsidies, incentives, and infrastructure investment is essential to overcome fossil fuel entrenchment and achieve ambitious climate targets worldwide.
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The global green transition won’t be driven by self-interest alone
States must actively tilt the playing field on renewable energy too
