Shining a Light on 5 Clean Energy ETFs as We Step Into Q4

Core Insights - The clean energy industry is experiencing significant growth, with global investments reaching a record $386 billion in the first half of 2025, marking a 10% increase year over year [1] - The S&P Global Clean Energy Select Index has shown a strong performance with a 37.4% return year to date, positively impacting clean energy ETFs [2] Investment Trends - Favorable government policies, declining costs of renewable technologies, increasing corporate investments, and rapid technological innovations are key factors driving the clean energy sector [3] - The U.S. clean energy market faces challenges due to recent policy changes, resulting in a 36% drop in renewable energy investment in the first half of 2025 compared to the second half of 2024 [4] - In contrast, the European Union saw a 63% increase in investment in the first half of 2025, while China accounted for 44% of global new investment [5] ETF Performance - iShares Global Clean Energy ETF (ICLN) has surged 35.4% year to date, with top holdings including First Solar, Bloom Energy, and Vestas Wind Systems [6][7] - First Trust Nasdaq Clean Edge Green Energy ETF (QCLN) has increased by 24.1% year to date, focusing on U.S.-listed companies in renewable energy and electric vehicles [8][9] - ALPS Clean Energy ETF (ACES) has risen 24.2% year to date, with significant holdings in Tesla and First Solar [10][11] - Invesco WilderHill Clean Energy ETF (PBW) has shown a remarkable 44.7% increase year to date, with key holdings in Bloom Energy and Ampirus Technologies [12] - Fidelity Clean Energy ETF (FRNW) has gained 42.9% year to date, focusing on companies involved in renewable energy production and technology [13][14]