The transition to sustainable systems creates temporary but massive arbitrage opportunities between old and new economies.
The Stranded Asset Opportunity
Assets built for high-carbon economy lose value rapidly. This creates opportunities for transformation or alternative use.
Patricia specialized in stranded assets: - Converting refineries to biofuel production - Transforming coal plants to battery storage - Repurposing pipelines for hydrogen transport - Adapting drilling rigs for geothermal - Renovating carbon-intensive facilities
Her asset transformation business captured value from economy-wide transitions.
The Subsidy Arbitrage Window
Governments subsidize green transition creating temporary pricing advantages for early movers.
Robert mastered subsidy optimization: - Stacking federal, state, and local incentives - Timing installations for maximum benefit - Structuring projects to qualify broadly - Combining subsidies with private investment - Planning for post-subsidy competitiveness
His expertise in subsidy navigation made green projects financially irresistible.
The Technology Cost Curve Ride
Green technologies follow predictable cost curves. Positioning correctly captures value from cost declines.
Sarah rode technology curves: - Solar: From premium to parity - Batteries: From exotic to essential - Wind: From alternative to advantaged - Heat pumps: From niche to normal - EVs: From luxury to logical
Her timing of technology adoption and business building maximized returns from cost transitions.