The Paris Agreement pushes businesses and investors toward sustainability, clean energy, and eco-friendly innovations.
1️⃣ Investment Opportunities in Green Industries
Growing demand for:
✅ Renewable Energy – Solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal projects are booming.
✅ Sustainable Agriculture & Agroforestry – Eco-friendly farming methods, organic fertilizers, and reforestation projects attract funding.
✅ Green Technology – Electric vehicles (EVs), carbon capture, and energy-efficient products gain investor interest.
✅ Sustainable Real Estate – Climate-resilient and eco-friendly buildings are becoming the norm.
Example: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is funding $1B for climate change projects in the Philippines, including electric buses and energy-efficient infrastructure.
2️⃣ Increased ESG Requirements for Businesses
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors are now key in investment decisions. Companies must:
✅ Reduce carbon emissions (e.g., switching to renewable energy).
✅ Improve waste management & sustainability (e.g., eco-friendly packaging).
✅ Ensure fair labor & ethical sourcing (especially in agriculture & manufacturing).
Example: Investors now prefer companies with strong ESG policies. Many global funds won’t invest in high-carbon industries like coal or deforestation-linked businesses.
3️⃣ Carbon Pricing & Regulatory Compliance
More carbon taxes & regulations will affect industries with high emissions.
✅ Governments may introduce carbon pricing (companies pay for CO₂ emissions).
✅ Businesses must comply with stricter environmental laws.
✅ Incentives are given for climate-friendly projects (tax breaks, subsidies).
Example: The Philippine government is offering tax incentives for companies investing in renewable energy & sustainable agriculture.
4️⃣ Competitive Advantage for Sustainable Brands
Consumers prefer eco-friendly brands → Higher sales & brand loyalty.
✅ Sustainable companies attract investors & government funding.
✅ Green businesses benefit from global trade opportunities (eco-compliant exports).
Example: Companies like Tesla, Beyond Meat, and Unilever gained huge investments due to their sustainability focus.
How This Relates to other businesses?
We developing Agarwood, essential oils, agroforestry, and extraction businesses, the Paris Agreement is an opportunity to attract investors and funding!
Suggestions:
✔ Highlight carbon sequestration (Agarwood plantations absorb CO₂).
✔ Develop ESG reports to show sustainability efforts for investors.
✔ Leverage green financing (ADB, climate funds, impact investors).
✔ Partner with eco-friendly brands for sustainable product lines.