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61-485: Roush Enterprises is the parent company for Roush Racing as well as Roush Industries , a freelance engineering firm; Roush Performance , an automotive aftermarket development company; and ROUSH CleanTech, a manufacturer of propane autogas fuel systems, all headquartered in Livonia, Michigan . His companies employ more than 2,000 people throughout North America and Europe. Rarely seen without his trademark Panama hat , Roush

122-510: A Camping World Truck Series title in 2000 with Biffle. Roush has two Daytona 500 victories as a car owner, both with driver Kenseth in 2009 and 2012. Since Roush entered NASCAR competition his team has 283 wins and 212 poles. Throughout his NASCAR career Roush has been an outspoken opponent of Toyota 's NASCAR operations. Roush is vocally loyal to Ford and throughout his career has made cracks against Toyota being in NASCAR. In 2007 Roush entered

183-416: A clean technology sector. Venture capital and crowdfunding platforms are crucial sources for developing ventures that lead to the introduction of new technologies. In the last decade, startups have significantly contributed to the increase in installed capacity for solar and wind power. The trendsetting firms that design new technologies and devise strategies for the industry to excel and to be more resilient in

244-466: A considerable impact on production costs and productivity, especially, within energy intensive industries. The World Bank notes that these investments are enhancing economic efficiency, supporting sustainable development objectives, and promoting energy security by decreasing dependence on fossil fuel. China is seen as a major growth market for cleantech investments currently, with a focus on renewable energy technologies. In 2014, Israel , Finland and

305-471: A decline in the relative cost of these technologies and a growing understanding of the link between industrial design used in the 19th century and early 20th century, such as fossil fuel power plants, the internal combustion engine , and chemical manufacturing , and an emerging understanding of human-caused impact on earth systems resulting from their use (see articles: ozone hole , acid rain , desertification , climate change , and global warming ). During

366-437: A group of emerging technologies and industries, based on principles of biology , resource efficiency , and second-generation production concepts in basic industries. Examples include: energy efficiency , selective catalytic reduction , non-toxic materials, water purification , solar energy , wind energy , and new paradigms in energy conservation. Since the 1990s, interest in these technologies has increased with two trends:

427-505: A lake in Troy, Alabama . Roush was underwater and unconscious, suffering from a concussion, when Larry Hicks, a retired Marine in a nearby boat, rescued Roush from under water, pulled him to safety, and administered CPR. Shortly afterwards, Roush was flown to UAB Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama , where he was treated for a head injury, broken ribs, and a shattered left leg. Hicks was injured as

488-513: A limited-run basis, and made several numbered, limited-edition models: All models are serialized with a unique plaque and other documentation (some as "limited edition" vehicles), and are registered with Roush Performance in order to avoid cloning . The company also provides custom built engines for cars like the Superformance Shelby Daytona Coupe, or Brock Coupe as it is also known. The company has served occasionally as

549-482: A lower share in low-carbon energy (13%). Japan excels in hydrogen-related (29.3%) and low-carbon energy technologies (26.2%). Chinese applicants dominate the field of ICT-related clean technologies, accounting for more than 37% of patents between 2017 and 2021. Meanwhile, South Korean applicants make notable contributions in ICT with 12.6%, in hydrogen technologies with 13%, and in low-carbon energy with 15.5%. About half of

610-598: A part-time sponsor for Roush's Xfinity Series teams. Clean technology Clean technology , also called cleantech or climatetech , is any process, product, or service that reduces negative environmental impacts through significant energy efficiency improvements, the sustainable use of resources, or environmental protection activities. Clean technology includes a broad range of technology related to recycling , renewable energy , information technology , green transportation , electric motors , green chemistry , lighting , grey water , and more. Environmental finance

671-573: A result of the rescue, suffering cramps in both his arms and first degree chemical burns on his body from the fuel. On July 27, 2010, Roush crashed his Hawker Beechcraft Premier 390 jet (registration N6JR) during an approach to the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh airshow in Oshkosh, Wisconsin , in the late afternoon. He walked out of the plane and was taken to a nearby hospital. His condition was listed at serious but stable that evening. On August 3, Roush

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732-530: A verbal feud with Toyota team leader Lee White during the Toyota controversy following the rocket fuel incident . Roush Performance sells a variety of vehicles, parts, and high-performance crate engines. Perhaps best known for the line of upfitted Ford Mustangs, they have more than 16,000 vehicles on the roads today. Typical improvements on the base chassis include appearance packages (body kit, wheels, etc.), suspension and handling upgrades, and horsepower boosts through

793-457: A year at Chrysler before leaving to open his own engineering business. Roush then went on to partner with Wayne Gapp to race in NHRA , IHRA , and AHRA drag racing events. Throughout much of his career Roush offered for sale the parts that he developed for his own team. In 1982, he partnered with German firm Zakspeed to develop road racing vehicles for Ford . This led to a very successful run in

854-557: A year on CSR activities in 2018. Silicon Valley , Tel Aviv and Stockholm were ranked as leading ecosystystems in the field of clean technology. According to data in 2024, there are over 750,000 international patent families (IPFs) focused on clean and sustainable technologies worldwide. This represents approximately 12% of the total number of IPFs globally. From 1997 to 2021, over 750,000 patents for clean and sustainable technologies were published, making up almost 15% of all patents in 2021, compared to just under 8% in 1997. Japan and

915-429: Is a method by which new clean technology projects can obtain financing through the generation of carbon credits . A project that is developed with concern for climate change mitigation is also known as a carbon project . Clean Edge , a clean technology research firm, describes clean technology "a diverse range of products, services, and processes that harness renewable materials and energy sources, dramatically reduce

976-543: Is achieving the Paris Agreement with a significant reduction in producing carbon emissions. Adopting renewable energy not only brought technological advances to India, but it also impacted employment by creating around 330,000 new jobs by 2022 and more than 24 million new jobs by 2030, according to the International Labour Organization in the renewable energy sector. In spite of the global successes,

1037-519: Is automotive mogul Jack Roush , who owns and operates the firm. Founded in 1995 by Roush, it provides automotive engineering from racing to street cars. Roush produces aftermarket performance parts for Ford cars and trucks, mainly the Ford Mustang , Ford Focus , and the Ford F-150 light duty pickup . These special model vehicles are sold to the public through select Ford dealerships. In addition to

1098-455: Is consistent with sustainable development objectives since it offers measures that do not deplete natural resources but, instead, supply low-emission forms of energy. The following is a 2021 ranking of clean technology ecosystems. The United Nations has set goals for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, which is called " Sustainable Development Goals " composed of 17 goals and 232 indicators total. These goals are designed to build

1159-487: Is done through renewable energy. Water scarcity led Israelis developed the modern drip irrigations system. Netafim , created in 1965 was the company that developed the technology and is now valued at about $ 1.85 billion. Israel also operates Israel Cleantech Ventures which funds cleantech startups. In Jerusalem there is a yearly Cleantech conference. UBQ, an Israeli startup which converts waste into friendly plastic secured $ 70 million in funding in 2023. Silicon Valley

1220-546: Is from 2006 to 2021, driven by the EU and Japan (27% and 26% of overall increase in IPFs). The next stage is from 2017 to 2021, led by China, which accounted for 70% of the increase in IPFs. Cleantech products or services are those that improve operational performance, productivity , or efficiency while reducing costs, inputs, energy consumption , waste , or environmental pollution . Its origin

1281-406: Is important for the achievement of sustainable energy systems. Uninterrupted research and development is critical in improving the productivity of renewable energy sources and in making them more attractive for investment. These developments are a part of the wider goals related to sustainability and addressing climate change. A further factor that determine the success of clean technology is how it

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1342-464: Is increasingly relying on Chinese green technology, from electric buses to solar panels. is one of the countries that have achieved remarkable success in sustainable development by implementing clean technology, and it became a global clean energy powerhouse. India, who was the third-largest emitter of greenhouse gases, advanced a scheme of converting to renewable energy with sun and wind from fossil fuels. This continuous effort has created an increase in

1403-625: Is known on the NASCAR circuit as " The Cat in the Hat ". Roush was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame on April 27, 2006. In 2008, Roush was elected to the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame and was inducted on September 13, 2010, in Novi . On May 23, 2018, Roush was selected as one of the five inductees for the 2019 NASCAR Hall of Fame class. Roush was also inducted into

1464-404: Is perceived by public and its social impact. Community involvement and observable benefits of these technologies can influence their adoption and popularity. The idea of shared benefits is created by making the renewable energy solutions environmentally friendly, cost-effective, and beneficial to producers. has been one of the renewable energy leaders in the world, and their efforts have expedited

1525-506: Is the increased consumer, regulatory, and industry interest in clean forms of energy generation—specifically, perhaps, the rise in awareness of global warming , climate change , and the impact on the natural environment from the burning of fossil fuels . Cleantech is often associated with venture capital funds and land use organizations. The term has historically been differentiated from various definitions of green business, sustainability, or triple bottom line industries by its origins in

1586-903: Is the world's leading cleantech ecosystem according to StartUp Gencome's ranking. In 2020, investments in cleantech reached $ 17 billion. Investment in green technology and renewable energy in China is rapidly increasing. And Latin America has the world’s highest electricity energy level, with 60% of its electricity coming from renewable sources. The region is rich in the minerals needed to make green technologies. Latin America needs Chinese technology to turn its abundant resources into electricity. Last year, about 99% of solar panels imported into Latin America were made in China. Also, about 70% of electric vehicles imported into Latin America last year were made in China. More than 90% of imported lithium-ion batteries imported into Latin America were also made in China. Latin America

1647-776: The EAA Warbirds of America Hall of Fame on November 8, 2018, for his contributions to warbirds and the warbird community. On November 3, 2022, he was inducted into the SEMA (Specialty Aftermarket Market Association) Hall of Fame. Roush was born in Covington, Kentucky and grew up in Manchester, Ohio . He earned a mathematics degree with a minor in physics from Berea College , and a master's in scientific mathematics from Eastern Michigan University . Roush worked at Ford after graduating in 1966, and left in 1970 to pursue his own company. He worked for

1708-755: The Trans-Am series and IMSA Camel GT in the 1980s and early 90s. In 1988, Roush moved south and founded a NASCAR Winston Cup Series team with driver Mark Martin . RFK Racing currently fields two cars in the NASCAR Cup Series (driven by Chris Buescher , and Brad Keselowski ). The Xfinity team was shut down at the end of the 2018 season. Roush has won eight championships as a car owner in NASCAR's top three series: two Cup titles (2003 with Matt Kenseth and 2004 with Kurt Busch ), five Xfinity Series titles (2002 with Greg Biffle , 2007 with Carl Edwards , 2011–2012 with Stenhouse Jr., and 2015 with Chris Buescher and

1769-705: The US were leading the Global Cleantech Innovation Index , out of 40 countries assessed, while Russia and Greece were last. Renewable energy investment has achieved substantial scale with annual investments around $ 300 billion. This volume of investment is fundamental to the global energy transition and remains in spite of an R&D funding plateau, representing the sector's healthy expansion and appreciation of renewable technology's promise. Several journals offer in-depth analyses and forecasts of this investment trend, stressing its significant role in attainment of

1830-639: The 2008 economic crisis then hampered private investments in clean technologies, which were back at their 2007 level only in 2014. The 2015 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Paris is expected to achieve a universal agreement on climate, which would foster clean technologies development. On 23 September 2019, the Secretary-General of the United Nations hosted a Climate Action Summit in New York. In 2022

1891-454: The EU from 2021 to 2023, despite a downturn in other sectors during the same period. Key areas, such as energy storage, circular economy initiatives, and agricultural technology, have benefited from increased investments, supported by the EU's ambitious goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030. Israel has 600 companies in the Cleantech sector. The Tel Aviv region

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1952-492: The EU's clean technologies are in the launch or early revenue stage, 22% are in the scale-up stage, and 10% are mature or consolidating. The European Commission estimates that an additional €477 million in annual investment is needed for the European Union to meet its Fit-for-55 decarbonization goals. The European Green Deal has fostered policies that contributed to a 30% rise in venture capital for greentech companies in

2013-562: The US each account for over 20% of clean technology patents, though their annual numbers have stabilized at around 10,000. Between 2017 and 2021, European countries accounted for over 27% of international patent families (IPFs) in clean technology globally. This places Europe ahead of other major innovators, such as Japan (21%), the United States (20%), and China (15%). There are two major stages when cleantech patenting has advanced. The first

2074-588: The addition of an Eaton-supplied 2.3 liter TVS-2300 "roots-style" supercharger ). The addition of the supercharger to the Ford-supplied 5.0 liter engine on the Stage 3 version results in a horsepower output of 670. All Roush factory cars are 50 state street legal. All packages are available in both coupe and convertible models, in either manual or automatic transmission (automatics are special order only). Roush has been modifying factory-born Ford Mustangs since 1995 on

2135-469: The country's renewable energy capacity (around 80 gigawatts of installed renewable energy capacity, 2019), with a compound annual growth rate of over 20%. India's ambitious renewable energy targets have become the model for a swift clean energy shift. The government aimed to reach a 175 GW capacity of renewable energy up to 2022. Thus, included a big contribution from wind (60 GW) and solar energy (100 GW). By steadily increasing India's renewable capacity, India

2196-437: The energy. The role of the technological innovations in the development of sustainable development across different fields, such as energy, agriculture, and infrastructure is paramount. The sustainability initiatives utilize contemporary science as well as green technologies of renewable energy sources and efficient energy conversion systems to minimize the environmental effects and promote economic and social welfare. This approach

2257-410: The engines to takeoff power during the go-around, as stipulated by the airplane flight manual, which resulted in an aerodynamic stall at a low altitude." Roush Performance Roush Performance is an American automotive company primarily involved in the engineering, development, and manufacturing of high-performance components for street and competitive racing applications. The company's namesake

2318-531: The face of threats. In 2008, clean technology venture investments in North America, Europe, China, and India totaled a record $ 8.4 billion. Cleantech Venture Capital firms include NTEC, Cleantech Ventures , and Foundation Capital . The preliminary 2008 total represents the seventh consecutive year of growth in venture investing, widely recognized as a leading indicator of overall investment patterns. Investment in clean technology has grown significantly, with

2379-583: The high performance business, Roush supplies propane conversions kit for the F-150, as well as for school buses. Roush is listed as a vehicle "Manufacturer of Record," in that the company modifies Ford F-150 , Ford Focus , and Ford Mustangs to the extent that they are considered "Roush" vehicles, and some carry Roush factory warranties (as opposed to Ford warranties). Modifications to Ford vehicles completed at their Livonia, Michigan factory include upgrades such as suspension, body, interior, and engine, depending on

2440-613: The inability of companies developing new materials, chemistries, or processes to achieve manufacturing scale as contributing factors to its flop. Clean technology has also emerged as an essential topic among businesses and companies. It can reduce pollutants and dirty fuels for every company, regardless of which industry they are in, and using clean technology has become a competitive advantage. Through building their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) goals, they participate in using clean technology and other means by promoting Sustainability. Fortune Global 500 firms spend around $ 20 billion

2501-455: The integration of renewable energies into existing infrastructure, the economic costs associated with transitioning technologies, and the need for widespread consumer adoption of new energy solutions. Also, Germany is investing in renewable energy from offshore wind and anticipating its investment to result in one-third of total wind energy in Germany. The importance of clean technology also impacted

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2562-566: The introduction of renewable energy is confronted with hurdles specific to the country or the region. These challenges encompass social, economic, technological, and regulatory. Research shows that social and regulatory barriers are direct factors affecting the deployment of renewable energy, economic barriers however have a more indirect, yet substantial effect. The study emphasises the need for removing these obstacles for renewable energy to become more available and attractive thus benefiting all parties such as local communities and producers. Despite

2623-406: The investment in cleantech (also called climatetech) boomed. "In fact, climate tech investment in the 12 months to Q3 2022 represented more than a quarter of every venture dollar invested, a greater proportion than 12 of the prior 16 quarters." US leads in carbon capture technologies, with nearly 30% of patents. It also leads in plastic recycling and climate change adaptation technologies, but has

2684-413: The last twenty years, regulatory schemes and international treaties have been the main factors that defined the investment environment of clean technologies. Investments in renewable sources as well as the technologies for energy efficiency represent a determining factor in the investments made under the context of the Paris Agreement and the fight against climate change and air pollution. Among financing of

2745-608: The model of Roush vehicle and the options ordered. Perhaps best known of these Roush-modified vehicles is the Ford Mustang, which in 2016 is available in the "RS" (3.7 liter V6, with body kit, stripes, wheels, and interior modifications only), "Stage 1" (standard 5.0 liter V8, with body kit, stripes, wheels, and interior modifications only), "Stage 2" (standard 5.0 liter V8, with body kit, stripes, wheels, suspension, and interior modifications only), and "Stage 3" (body kit, stripes, wheels, suspension, interior, and exhaust modifications, with

2806-522: The prevalence of obstacles, emerging economy countries have formulated creative approaches to deal with the challenges. For example, India, has shown significant progress in the sector of renewable energy, a trend showing the adoption of clean technologies from other countries. The special approaches and problems that every country experiences in the course of the sustainable growth promote useful ideas for further development. The creation of clean technologies such as battery storage, CCS, and advanced biofuels

2867-481: The progress after the nuclear power plant meltdown in Japan in 2011, by deciding to switch off all 17 reactors by 2022. Still, this is just one of Germany's ultimate goals; and Germany is aiming to set the usage of renewable energy at 80% by 2050, which is currently 47% (2020). Energiewende in Germany is a model of a devoted effort to renewable energy aimed at decreasing the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 80% by 2050 through

2928-466: The public sector, the government has been using financial incentives and regulations that are targeted at the private sector. This collectively move is the cause of the continued increase in the clean energy capacity. The investments in renewable electricity generation technologies in 2015 were over $ 308 billion USD and in 2019 this figure rose to $ 311 billion USD. Startups with new technology based innovation are considered to be an attractive investment in

2989-450: The renewable energy, the energy ministers from 14 Arab countries signed a Memorandum of Understanding for an Arab Common Market for electricity by committing to the development of the electricity supply system with renewable energy. Sustainability when combined with clean technology focuses on the central environmental issues of learning how to fulfill the need of Earth's resources and the requirement for fast industrialization and consuming of

3050-477: The rushed adoption of renewable resources. This policy, aimed at addressing the environmental issues and the nationwide agreement on nuclear power abolition, illustrates the essential role of government policy and investment in directing technological adoption and providing a pathway towards the usage of sustainable energy. Obstacles to making the Energiewende a model for the transportation and heating sectors include

3111-531: The spotlight around 2000. According to the United Nations Environment Program , wind, solar, and biofuel companies received a record $ 148 billion in new funding in 2007 as rising oil prices and climate change policies encouraged investment in renewable energy . $ 50 billion of that funding went to wind power . Overall, investment in clean-energy and energy-efficiency industries rose 60 percent from 2006 to 2007. In 2009, Clean Edge forecasted that

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3172-742: The sustainability of production processes, but, also encouraging a comprehensive transition towards sustainability across the entire supply chain. Detailed case studies and industry analyses highlight the economic and environmental benefits of such strategic investments. According to the published research, the top clean technology sectors in 2008 were solar, biofuels, transportation, and wind. Solar accounted for almost 40% of total clean technology investment dollars in 2008, followed by biofuels at 11%. In 2019, sovereign wealth funds directly invested just under US$ 3 billion in renewable energy . The 2009 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen , Denmark

3233-446: The three main clean technology sectors, solar photovoltaics , wind power, and biofuels, would have revenues of $ 325.1 billion by 2018. According to an MIT Energy Initiative Working Paper published in July 2016, about a half of over $ 25 billion funding provided by venture capital to cleantech from 2006 to 2011 was never recovered. The report cited cleantech's dismal risk/return profiles and

3294-571: The transportation sector of Germany, which produces 17 percent of its emission. The famous car-producing companies, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Volkswagen, and Audi, in Germany, are also providing new electric cars to meet Germany's energy transition movement. has drawn worldwide attention for its potential share and new market of solar electricity. Notably, the countries in the Middle East have been utilizing their natural resources, an abundant amount of oil and gas, to develop solar electricity. Also, to practice

3355-659: The use of a ROUSHcharger supercharger system. ROUSH Performance sells versions of their Mustang with as much as 775 horsepower and 610 lb-ft of torque. By 2008, Roush expanded into offering propane-autogas-fueled vehicles designed for fleet usage and in 2010, formed ROUSH CleanTech. The company designs, engineers, manufactures and installs clean technology fuel systems, including propane autogas and electric propulsion technology for medium-duty Ford commercial vehicles and Type A and Type C Blue Bird Corporation school buses On April 19, 2002 (his 60th birthday), Roush almost lost his life when his private plane, an Aircam , went down in

3416-413: The use of natural resources, and cut or eliminate emissions and wastes." Clean Edge notes that, "Clean technologies are competitive with, if not superior to, their conventional counterparts. Many also offer significant additional benefits, notably their ability to improve the lives of those in both developed and developing countries." Investments in clean technology have grown considerably since coming into

3477-698: The venture capital investment community and has grown to define a business sector that includes significant and high growth industries such as solar, wind, water purification, and biofuels. While the expanding industry has grown rapidly in recent years and attracted billions of dollars of capital, the clean technology space has not settled on an agreed-upon term. Cleantech , is used fairly widely, although variant spellings include ⟨clean-tech⟩ and ⟨clean tech⟩ . In recent years, some clean technology companies have de-emphasized that aspect of their business to tap into broader trends, such as smart cities . The idea of cleantech first emerged among

3538-676: The world energy and climate targets. With regards to private investments, the investment group Element 8 has received the 2014 CleanTech Achievement award from the CleanTech Alliance, a trade association focused on clean tech in the State of Washington, for its contribution in Washington State's cleantech industry. Strategic investments in clean technologies within supply chains are increasingly influenced by sustainable market forces. These investments are vital for manufacturers, enhancing not only

3599-507: Was expected to create a framework whereby limits would eventually be placed on greenhouse gas emissions. Many proponents of the cleantech industry hoped for an agreement to be established there to replace the Kyoto Protocol . As this treaty was expected, scholars had suggested a profound and inevitable shift from " business as usual ." However, the participating States failed to provide a global framework for clean technologies. The outburst of

3660-525: Was ranked second in the world by StartUp Genome for Cleantech ecosystems. Israel due to its geopolitical situation and harsh climate was forced to adopt technologies considered today as part of the cleantech sector. Following the scarcity of oil after the 1973 embargo on Israel, Israel switched to renewable energy in the 1970s and in 1976 all resedential buildings built from that year onward were forced to have such heating. As of 2020, 85% of water heating in Israel

3721-478: Was upgraded to fair condition. On August 13, Roush made his first at track appearance since the incident at the Michigan International Speedway . During that time he confirmed that he fractured his back, broke his jaw, and lost vision in his left eye as a result. The National Transportation Safety Board attributed the cause of the crash to pilot error, specifically, "pilot's decision not to advance

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