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Inside this issue
• Non-fossil options are vying for investors’ interest
• Stronger links would benefit both gown and town
• Supermarkets have seen a shift in sentiment - -
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Scramble for funds in a harsh climate
Green technologies are often heavily dependent on intellectual property, writes Fiona Harvey
Emerging markets: Developing nations count up the opportunities
Profitability is driving progress, says Sarah Murray
Renewables: Non-fossil options vie for funders’ attention
Energy generation is a compelling prospect for investors, says Jane Bird
Energy: Scientific breakthrough is just the start
Turning a scientific breakthrough into a saleable product is a tough way to make money, writes Tom Griggs
Intellectual property: Protecting ideas is crucial for eco-technology to succeed
Sunjata Das says the global distribution of technologies will mean making sure of patents in varied markets
Government help: States aim to cut carbon footprints and increase jobs
Jane Bird explains why funds are pouring into green technology
University spin-outs: Stronger links would benefit gown and town
Joseph Milton examines some of the problems of bringing ideas from academia to market
Private equity: Specialist funds are keen to invest in clean technology
Martin Arnold finds investment by funds is steadily increasing
Consumers: Green issues are still a concern for food buyers
Supermarkets have seen a lasting shift in sentiment, writes Elizabeth Rigby
Retailers: Frosty welcome for HFC gases in supermarkets
Andrea Felsted finds store groups adopting alternative systems of refrigeration
