Investing in the energy transition

Introduction

Investors have a crucial role to play in shifting away from fossil fuels to cleaner and more sustainable alternatives. The changing energy landscape presents new investment opportunities across key aspects of the energy transition such as decarbonisation, energy efficiency and electrification. Investment companies such as TRIG help provide access to these investment themes whilst providing attractive shareholder returns. This page guides you through the fundamentals of the energy transition and its opportunities.

The future of the energy transition

As renewable energy makes up a greater proportion of the energy mix over time, it is likely to present new challenges for grid infrastructure. This is particularly relevant as renewable energy technologies mature and become more efficient, and more nascent technologies develop such as tidal power and floating offshore wind.

As a consequence, it is important to provide supporting infrastructure which can encourage the penetration of renewables. This includes flexible capacity technologies which store energy and respond to electricity demand levels and pricing signals, such as batteries, pumped hydro storage and green hydrogen.

For TRIG, battery storage projects are a primary focus for greenfield development. This technology provides a natural hedge on revenues for the Company, with an inverse correlation being shown between the capture price of onshore wind and batteries in the UK.

FAQ

What is the energy transition?

The energy transition is the global shift of traditional electricity generation and other energy demand (e.g. heating, transportation, industry etc.) from fossil fuel reliant systems to more sustainable energy sources. This encompasses a broad range of changes including technological innovation, economic investment strategies, policy frameworks, social behaviour changes, and infrastructure development.

Why is clean energy (also known as green energy) important to the energy transition?

The goal of the energy transition is not only to minimise the impact society has on the environment but also to establish a reliable and resilient energy supply system that can sustain future generations. A key aspect of this is the development of clean energy sources and reducing carbon emissions by transitioning to low-carbon energy sources in order to mitigate climate change. Renewable energy infrastructure assets are central to this objective.

How can I invest in the energy transition?

Given the complexities of direct investment into renewable energy infrastructure, the most convenient way for the majority of individuals to invest in the sector is through investment companies such as TRIG which provide access to a large portfolio of renewables assets.

What is The Renewables Infrastructure Group?

The Renewables Infrastructure Group (referred to as “TRIG”) is a listed investment company. TRIG owns a large, diversified portfolio of renewable energy investments across the UK and mainland Europe, providing investment exposure to established renewables technologies. The Company’s purpose is to create shareholder value from a portfolio of renewable energy generation and supporting infrastructure, contributing towards a cleaner and more secure future.

The Company’s shares are traded on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker “TRIG” and can be acquired through a stockbroker or other financial intermediary. See the ‘How to invest in TRIG’ page for more information: https://www.trig-ltd.com/investors/how-to-invest-in-trig/

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