Energy Magazine December 2014 | Page 26

06 . UK
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factors are in their early stages , meaning the country could see a big payoff in several years . While there are plenty willing to innovate in the country , they could be held back by lack of funding and governmental support . With those things in place , Canada could become a powerhouse in cleantech innovation .

06 . UK

The UK has strong access to cleantech financing and a high innovation input , making it a strong contender in the green tech innovation field . There is a lack of policy certainty after 2020 , which could be a potential detriment to driving innovation , but that can still be addressed . The UK also needs a greater commercialization of cleantech innovation . Where the country truly excels , however , is in the wind sector . The report points to CyberHawk Innovations , a new innovator in the wind sector that provides aerial infrastructure
The UK remains a leader in wind energy and innovation .
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