Essential Screws Key to a Sustainable Tomorrow

In a world increasingly conscious of its ecological footprint, the transition towards a greener future is gaining momentum. This transformation promises not just a reduction in carbon emissions, but also the creation of new industries and long-term job opportunities.

The global market for bicycles and e-bikes is already at par with that of motorcycles and recreational vehicles, with e-bikes driving the growth. This shift towards sustainable mobility is evident in the European Union, where around 13 million zero or low-emission vehicles are expected to be on the roads by 2025.

E-mobility does not necessarily mean the decline of the German automotive industry. In fact, companies in the transport, real estate, and energy generation sectors offering climate-friendly products could see high double-digit profit growth in the coming years. Potential high-profit companies include producers of stone wool insulation materials, solar inverter systems, heat pumps, high-voltage power lines, and lithium batteries, although specific company names are not mentioned.

The European Commission aims to expand Europe's offshore wind energy capacity to at least 60 gigawatts by 2030 and 300 gigawatts by 2050. To cover Germany's energy demand with renewable energies by the late 2030s, significant annual additions of photovoltaics and onshore plants are required.

The transport sector globally contributes around a quarter to human-made CO2 emissions. To combat this, micromobility, particularly cycling, could significantly contribute to reducing greenhouse gases in urban mobility. The European Union has banned the production and marketing of single-use plastic and set strict recycling quotas for plastic bottles. The EU also aims for a 25% recycled plastic content in new plastic bottles by 2025, rising to 30% by 2030, and targets a 77% collection rate for PET bottles by 2025 and 90% by 2029.

State support without ideological bias is necessary for a successful transition to a green future. Extensive investments in climate measures for buildings, such as photovoltaic modules, insulation materials, and energy-saving technologies, are necessary to reach the 55% target. Around 40% of Europe's energy consumption is attributed to buildings, and the European Commission aims to double the current renovation rate.

The fight against climate change should be viewed as an opportunity, not just a risk. The transition to renewable energies and sustainable lifestyles requires individual awareness and consideration of personal consumption's ecological and social impact.

The fund industry plays a crucial role in mobilizing private green capital to achieve these investments. A list of all equity funds and ETFs in the category Environment / Climate / New Energies is provided.

However, it's important to note that the infrastructure for plastic recycling is underdeveloped globally, with recycling rates significantly lower than for metals and paper. More than 90% of the world's population resides in regions not meeting World Health Organization air quality standards, highlighting the urgent need for action.

Global investments to combat climate change will need to rise to more than $3 trillion annually by 2030/40. The European Union aims to end the sale of new cars with internal combustion engines by 2035 to achieve the 55% target.

In conclusion, Germany, as one of the world's largest economies, can make an important contribution to the fight against climate change. The shift towards a sustainable future offers not just a solution to the climate crisis, but also the potential for economic growth and job creation.