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CIBC Clean Energy Index ETF (CCLN) and iShares Global Clean Energy Index ETF (XCLN) offer distinct profiles for Canadian ETF investors. A direct comparison shows that CCLN focuses its top 3 sector exposures on Industrials, Utilities, and Consumer Cyclicals, while XCLN leans towards Industrials, Utilities, and Technology. When evaluating costs, CCLN features a management fee (MER) of 0.35%, compared to 0.35% for XCLN. Performance-wise, CCLN has returned 3.22% year-to-date with +$1 M in net flows, whereas XCLN is at 10.33% with +$11 M. Use the comparison tool below to benchmark these funds across top 10 holdings, yield, sector weights and historical returns.
NAV Performance and Flows
Key Data
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CCLN
XCLN
| AuM | $1.66 M | $26.71 M |
| Management Fees | 0.35% | 0.35% |
| Exp. ratio | 0.39% | 0.39% |
| Tracking Difference | 1.06% | -0.58% |
Historical performance and flows
As of July 30, 2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | CCLN | -14.15% | -10.93% | -3.22% | +14.54% | -30.55% |
XCLN | -14.95% | -11.67% | +10.33% | +33.10% | +6.48% | |
| Flows | CCLN | +$0 M | +$0 M | +$1 M | +$1 M | +$0 M |
XCLN | +$1 M | +$5 M | +$11 M | +$14 M | +$20 M |
CCLN vs XCLN exposure
Countries
CCLN
USA
84.75%
Canada
9.69%
XCLN
USA
44.99%
China
18.25%
Other
36.76%
Sectors
CCLN
Industrials
35.02%
Utilities
27.16%
Consumer Cyclicals
13.26%
Non-Energy Materials
8.36%
Other
16.20%
XCLN
Industrials
56.84%
Utilities
33.58%
Technology
7.99%
As of July 30, 2026
Top 10 Holdings
CCLN
Tesla, Inc.
5.83%
Rivian Automotive, Inc.
5.76%
HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc.
5.48%
Brookfield Renewable Partners LP
5.16%
Nextpower, Inc.
4.91%
Northland Power, Inc.
4.90%
Enphase Energy, Inc.
4.76%
Albemarle Corp.
4.71%
Clearway Energy, Inc.
4.67%
First Solar, Inc.
4.59%
XCLN
Bloom Energy Corp.
14.81%
First Solar, Inc.
8.43%
Nextpower, Inc.
7.36%
China Yangtze Power Co., Ltd.
5.79%
Enphase Energy, Inc.
4.90%
Vestas Wind Systems A/S
3.12%
Plug Power, Inc.
2.88%
SolarEdge Technologies, Inc.
2.66%
Equatorial SA
2.56%
Suzlon Energy Ltd.
2.53%
Diversification
CCLN
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 38 total
50.76%
XCLN
Total weight of top 10 holdings out of 103 total
55.04%
Characteristics
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CCLN
XCLN
| Provider | CIBC | iShares |
| Management | Passively managed | Passively managed |
| Benchmark | CIBC Atlas Clean Energy Select Index - CAD | S&P Global Clean Energy Transition Index Net Composite - CAD |
| Replication Method | Direct (Physical) | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset Class | Equity | Equity |
| Dividend Policy | Distributing | Distributing |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | 0.00% | 0.93% |
| Meets ESG criteria | Yes | Yes |
| Inception Date | November 16, 2021 | April 26, 2022 |
Frequently asked questions about CCLN and XCLN
Which ETF has performed better year to date: CCLN or XCLN?
As of July 30, 2026, CCLN has returned -3.22% year to date, while XCLN has returned 10.33%. XCLN is ahead on YTD performance.
Which ETF is larger by assets under management: CCLN or XCLN?
As of July 30, 2026, CCLN manages $1.66 M in assets, while XCLN manages $26.71 M. XCLN is the larger fund by AUM.
How are CCLN and XCLN managed?
CCLN is passively managed by CIBC. It tracks the CIBC Atlas Clean Energy Select Index - CAD benchmark. XCLN is passively managed by iShares. It tracks the S&P Global Clean Energy Transition Index Net Composite - CAD benchmark.
What sectors do CCLN and XCLN emphasize?
CCLN is most exposed to Industrials, Utilities, and Consumer Cyclicals. XCLN is most exposed to Industrials, Utilities, and Technology.
Which ETF is attracting more investor flows: CCLN or XCLN?
Year to date, CCLN has seen +$0.97 M in net flows, compared with +$11.30 M for XCLN. XCLN has attracted more net investor money so far.
How do the fees of CCLN and XCLN compare?
CCLN has an expense ratio of 0.39%, while XCLN has an expense ratio of 0.39%.
What are the top holdings of CCLN and XCLN?
CCLN's largest holdings include Tesla, Inc., Rivian Automotive, Inc., and HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc.. XCLN's top holdings include Bloom Energy Corp., First Solar, Inc., and Nextpower, Inc..
Which ETF is more diversified: CCLN or XCLN?
CCLN holds 38 securities, while XCLN holds 103. On holdings count, XCLN is the more diversified portfolio.
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