Could the “Faltering” US Dollar Create Global Clean Tech Investment Opportunities? - CleanTechnica

The article discusses the recent significant decline of the US dollar, which has lost nearly 11% of its value against a basket of major global currencies in the first half of 2025—the worst performance since the era when the dollar was backed by gold. This weakening dollar has broad implications, including making US imports more expensive and affecting global trade dynamics. The article connects this currency shift to opportunities in global clean technology (cleantech) investments, especially as the US transition to renewables appears to be faltering while other countries accelerate their efforts. Key investment insights include favoring US companies with strong international sales, as revenues earned in stronger foreign currencies translate into higher dollar values. Emerging markets, particularly China, are highlighted as leaders in cleantech production and sales, surpassing the US and expanding influence in regions like Africa by removing tariffs and fostering local startups. This shift signals growing opportunities not only for Chinese firms but also for local cleantech ventures in developing countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin