While the output from renewable energy is green, the same is not true for every aspect of the process. The mining and extraction of rare earth materials required may generate significant carbon emissions and create various additional risks.  Litigation or allegations relating to breaches of sustainability regulations could generate financial losses for companies. These losses may not only be direct, but also as a consequence of reputational harm. Those financial losses could generate claims from shareholders who have been adversely affected, leading to claims under directors and officers policies. Mining and extraction may also involve dangerous working conditions and raise questions around the human rights of inhabitants of these locations. Litigation relating to the placement of renewable energy infrastructure is also likely to increase. There is also a disconnect between the ambition of the circular economy and recycling of equipment that is now reaching end-of-life. Looking forward, managing expectations around renewables should form part for the ambit of risk manager, broker and insurer discussions.