Clifford Chance

The energy transition requires a massive and increased rate of investment from both the public and the private sectors. Here we explore some trends which will shape the year ahead, focusing on the innovations and legal developments that we are seeing in clean hydrogen, carbon capture and storage, green fuels, carbon pricing, digital transformation, innovative finance and incentives to mobilise capital.

From the next phases of market development for AI, payments, cryptoassets, tokenisation and digital bonds to operational resilience challenges, we highlight the five key legal trends for global fintech in 2024.

Following a challenging year for mergers and acquisitions (M&A), the macroeconomic climate is now stabilising, and confidence returning to boardrooms. As a result, we expect the recent growth in M&A to gain momentum into 2024, with deal-making influenced by geopolitics, new technology, and the regulatory response to it. Here are five trends to watch in 2024.

Geothermal energy is among the oldest types of power harnessed by humans. It holds a unique place in the energy mix, thanks to being entirely independent of weather yet not relying on fossil fuels. Once operational, geothermal plants can produce a steady output all year round, day and night, often for at least 20-30 years.

In this extract from our recent Perspectives webinar, we explore some of the major themes that came out of COP28, including renewable energy, financing and what it means for businesses.

Ahead of COP28, we set out our thoughts on the new generation of debt-for-nature swaps which have recently come to market and look forward to their full potential being unlocked at COP28 and beyond.