# Responsible Renewables Infrastructure [Learn More](https://initiatives.weforum.org/responsible-renewables-infrastructure/home) ## Mission To accelerate the sustainable and equitable expansion of renewable power infrastructure globally. ## Context With renewable energy capacity needing to triple by 2030, significant development of large infrastructure on both land and in the ocean will be crucial. As renewable energy infrastructure expands rapidly, it will increasingly intersect with local communities and natural ecosystems.Responsibly managing the impact of this significant infrastructure growth is essential for ensuring a rapid, sustainable and equitable energy transition for all. ## Our ambition Mobilize business, civil society, government and other stakeholders to accelerate the deployment of renewables infrastructure by creating positive and equitable outcomes for people and nature. ### 1. Develop a Collection of Use Cases Develop a collection of case studies showcasing best-in-class renewable projects that highlight exemplary business practices and government leadership. ### 2. Convene Multistakeholder Dialogues Convene mutlistakeholder dialogues amongst a high-impact network of government and business leaders, raising visibility, and fostering public-private collaboration to scale responsible deployment. ## Responsible deployment Renewable energy capacity must triple by 2030 to meet global targets. We convene a multistakeholder coalition to ensure the impacts of vast infrastructure deployment will benefit communities and nature. [Principles for Responsible Deployment](https://initiatives.weforum.org/responsible-renewables-infrastructure/principles) ### People-Positive Creating positive outcomes for society by improving community engagement, implementing benefit-sharing practices, and adopting a consensus-based partnership approach with key stakeholders. [Learn More](https://initiatives.weforum.org/clean-power-and-electrification/people-positive) ### Nature-Positive Creating positive outcomes for natural ecosystems by contributing to biodiversity protection and restoration both on land and in the ocean. [Learn More](https://initiatives.weforum.org/clean-power-and-electrification/nature-positive) ### Case Studies from Around in the World The World Economic Forum, in collaboration with the Clean Energy Ministerial, partnered to launch the Responsible Renewables Infrastructure collection, showcasing global case studies where climate, economic and social gains go hand in hand with protecting nature and engaging communities. [Learn More](https://initiatives.weforum.org/responsible-renewables-infrastructure/case-studies) ## Related insights [Explore](https://initiatives.weforum.org/clean-power-and-electrification/insights) ## Featured Content ### Circularity in Renewables: Wins from China and the World Renewable energy capacity must triple by 2030 to meet energy and climate goals. Scaling up to this level offers opportunities but also presents significant risks, including of environmental harm, and supply chain vulnerabilities. These must be addressed to ensure a just and sustainable energy transition. This challenge pivots on a commitment to place communities and nature at the foundation of responsible renewable energy development. [Read more](https://reports.weforum.org/docs/WEF_Circularity_in_Renewables_2025.pdf) ### These new energy solutions do more than generate power Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/06/new-energy-solutions-generating-power/) ### Clean Energy as a Catalyst for a Nature-Positive Transition Clean energy deployment has the potential to achieve 90% of the energy-related CO2 emission reduction needed to meet the Paris Agreement’s 1.5˚C ambition requiring a tripling of capacity by 2030 and a ninefold increase by 2050. Unless properly managed, land and sea use change associated with the clean energy transition could increase biodiversity conservation pressures by disturbing habitats, fragmenting ecosystems and affecting protected species in designated areas. [Read more](https://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_Clean_Energy_2024.pdf) ### Energy projects tend to move slowly in the US - here's what to do about it Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/12/energy-projects-move-slowly-in-the-us/) ### Deploying clean energy means using more land. that won't happen without community engagement Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/12/clean-energy-community-engagement/) ### Using a People-positive Approach to Accelerate the Scale-up of Clean Power Businesses have a key role in delivering on global climate targets, while ensuring a secure, just and equitable transition. This requires massive buildout of clean power infrastructure, with total investment estimated at $4.5 trillion by 2030. Bringing people along on this journey will be critical not only to achieve an accelerated transition, but also to ensure these investments deliver broader social, economic, and environmental value. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/publications/using-a-people-positive-approach-to-accelerate-the-scale-up-of-clean-power-a-c-suite-guide-for-community-engagement/)