Europe Renewable Energy Policy Handbook 2010
Author: Rajesh Gunnam
As per the binding agreement signed by every nation in the the 27-member EU, the share of renewable energy ought to be increased by 5.5% from 2005 levels by 2020 and the remaining would be calculated based on the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the region.
There are interim targets set to ascertain the consistent advancement towards the accomplishment of targets by 2020. The interim targets are as follows:
20% average between 2011 and 2012;
30% average between 2013 and 2014;
45% average between 2015 and 2016, and;
65% average between 2017 and 2018.
The Member countries can choose the preferred mix of renewables to achieve the overall targets. The new proposal mandates the submission of National Action Plans (NAPs) depending on the targets. Moreover, the Member States ought to submit progress reports every two years across electricity, heating and cooling, and transport.
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Biofuels account for 5-6% of the total transportation fuels in 2010 and it has not experienced a significant change from 2009. The lack of a stable policy framework for biofuels dissuades investors in this sector. The usage of biofuels has declined after the government withdrew tax exemption for consumers. The use of ethanol and biodiesel in power vehicles would stagnate over the next few years due to insufficient government incentives. Tax breaks would boost the growth of this sector.
In February 2009, the Spanish government proposed new solar feed-in-tariffs to promote the domestic solar industry. The government has created a register of solar projects to provide new feed-in-tariffs. The proposal was intended to support the solar developers and equipment suppliers. The suppliers and developers have been holding back from investing from October 2008 due to the anticipated announcements. The new tariff program inculcates government-set rates for solar power through long term contracts.
GlobalData's new report "Europe Renewable Energy Policy Handbook 2010" provides an in-depth analysis of the renewable policy initiatives in the European Union (EU) and the key countries in terms of strength of policy implementation. The report provides trends and information on renewable energy policies in Europe and analyzes some of the driving forces for the renewable energy sector. It details the key policy instruments adopted by the governments in European countries and analyzes the different forms of incentives and subsidies provided for the development of the renewable energy equipment market. The report also provides information on key countries in Europe that are investing in renewable energy. The report also includes information on the renewable energy initiatives and legislative frameworks which are driving the renewable energy equipment market in Europe. Various financial instruments such as tax reforms, subsidies and preferential loans for the development of renewable energy sector is included in the report. The report also analyzes the impact of market instruments such as feed-in-tariffs on renewable energy sector.
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So Nuclear or renewable energy in Europe now that Russia is limiting their gas export? ?
Suggestions for Master in the field of Renewable Energy Sources?
What would you propose for postgraduate studies in the field of Renewable Energy Source ?
Preferably in Europe, but other answers would be helpful as well.
Thanks
I would propose doing a real energy balance on one or more renewable energy source. For example, ethanol. Do we really gain any energy from the production of ethanol if we account for the energy taken to grow, fertilize, water, harvest and transport the corn? And add the energy it takes to manufacture the distillation equipment, and then distill and transport the ethanol to the distribution point.
This can be done for other renewable sources, as well, if you get my method. This way we could select the resources that give us the most energy return first and then concentrate on the others as technology develops. I would love to do this myself, but my job does not allow time for it. I think it could be an involved but interesting study no matter where you do it.
A combination of many energy sources is always the best bet. When one supply fails you have others to fall back on. I don’t know why so many people keep looking for a single solution, a diverse energy portfolio is the same as a diverse investment portfolio, much more secure. The fact that Russia is limiting supply is just another reason to look at domestic sources even more.
The European Union gets 14.6% of it’s Energy from renewable sources compared to the US which gets 7.3%, so double.
But the 500 million people in the European Union only use 2,884,000,000,000 Kwh of electricity a year compared to the 3,873,000,000,000 Kwh the 310 million Americans use, energy saving is huge in Europe.
If you want to really see the real difference it’s in what measures are being taken now, Check out the Dersertec project for instance http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F1Q7jiFTQno The European Union is the main funder of the Iter project which is being built in france to create a fusion power plant putting up 50% of the funds while China, India, Korea, Russia, US and Japan put up the rest. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krqu9p1vsE0 These are just two examples of the direction Europe is moving, the European Union is planning to cut emissions by 25% by 2020 (compared to 1990 levels).
Here’s another example a major European car companies new ad watch it and see what you think http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwfML5k76Bs#movie_player the cars will probably be crap but at least it’s a start. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LOceI7wisYc
As for trains America ain’t even in the same playing field. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdQ8CG2Up-g
How far behind Europe is U.S. in terms of Renewable Energy and High-Speed Rail?
Seems to me that the U.S. is years behind Europe and Asia (specifically China and Japan) when it comes to renewable energy deployment and high-speed rail. Too many lobbyists control the political system and they stand in the way of progress. So, how far behind are we?
You do realize that a wind farm doesnt harvest wind, it actually makes electricity. You cannot put electricity into cannisters or cylinders.
Cultural differences between Europe and United States?
There are cultural differences in technology practices that have been adopted. For example, Europe utilizes more renewable energy technology practices than the United States does. What are some of the cultural differences and factors that contribute to in terms of technology practices?
Until a few decades ago, the United States had adequate energy resources to meet our demands, so we tended not to spend many brain cycles thinking about renewable energy.
The times have now changed. Society has now bought into the concept because of need, rather than societal altruism or concern for our fellow man.
Is it possible to sell renewable energy to other sources other than the national grid?
I am planning on setting up a wind farm in Africa and planning to export it to Europe in cannisters or cylinders. Will I be able to get a buyer even though I am not connected to any of the national grids?