Although the Trump administration is rolling back some environmental regulations and cutting incentives for renewable energy development, many sustainability-focused investments remain commercially viable.
Deregulatory moves and proposed tariff increases may challenge clean energy supply chains and weaken enforcement of environmental protections. However, the economics of renewables like wind and solar continue to improve, with costs often rivaling those of fossil fuels in parts of the U.S. Demand for energy is also rising due to technologies like AI, reinforcing the need for diverse and resilient power sources.
UBS maintains that a diversified, global approach to ESG investing can continue delivering competitive returns even in a less supportive political environment.
Despite shifting U.S. policy, sectors such as infrastructure, energy efficiency, and materials still present strong opportunities for sustainable investors.