Trends

Posted by Herman | July 6, 2009 | permalink

We humans have an innate tendency to overestimate the progress that can be made in the short term (leading to disappointment) and underestimate the progress that has been made or can be made in longer timespans.

Take for instance sustainable energy. 
The latest UNEP report Global Trends in Sustainabel Energy Investing, 2009 has a stunning conclusion.

2008 was the first year that new power generation investment in renewables was greater than investments in fossil-fueled technologies.

More than $140-billion went into renewables worldwide in 2008, while $110-billion went into fossil fuels.

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About Herman

Herman Wagter is one of the founders and co-editor of Dadamotive. His work as interim manager and consultant (Citynet Amsterdam/Fiber-to-the-Home, Platform Sustainable Mobility) has involved him directly in the impact of hyperconnectivity and sustainability on society. As an independent agent and "mobile warrior" he has experienced the pro's and con's of how organizations and projects can be structured, and what the effects on the final result can be. In his opinion we are entering an era of profound change, driven by these fundamental forces. Following the trends, discovering the fun and debunking the half-truths is a passion he likes to share with others.
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