KGRN ETF

Investing in the U.S. ocean economy — or the “blue economy” — can be a valuable diversification option for a portfolio. The U.S. National Ocean Service estimates that the businesses dependent on the U.S. oceans contribute $282 billion in economic value.

China's economy is the world's second-largest, trailing only the U.S. Though not yet on par with U.S. regarding domestic consumer consumption, China has myriad economic levers it can pull to bolster GDP growth. In recent years, those levers have increasingly included clean technology and renewable energy.

When it comes to infrastructure investments, including those in renewable energy and electric utilities, few countries can rival China. Beijing's commitments on those fronts are substantial and have the potential to affect an array of investments, including the KraneShares MSCI China Clean Technology ETF (KGRN).

China has a well-documented history of expansive, wide-ranging investments in clean technology and renewable energy. There's evidence suggesting those efforts are paying off as the country's looks to reduce pollution and curb carbon output.

When it comes to accessing clean technology and green energy stocks in broad-based form, investors might find that the best option is thematic exchange traded funds. That's likely a tough pill to swallow at a time when such assets are struggling, but there's potentially long-term viability in the approach.

China's coal consumption and recent construction of coal-fired plants make plenty of headlines. However, the country's Belt Road Initiative highlights Beijing's commitments to reducing pollution and boosting adoption of renewable energy.

China is one of the world's largest polluters. It's also among the countries most committed to reducing carbon output and embracing renewable energy.

China is already a leading force when it comes to adoption and development of clean tech used to power the global energy transition, but the world's second-largest economy isn't resting on those laurels.

When it comes to its energy initiatives, China is literally looking to clean up its act. More specifically, it is focusing on clean energy technology.