Analysis of the Effectiveness of the FIT (Feed-In Tariff) Mechanism

2015 ◽  
Vol 1117 ◽  
pp. 307-310 ◽  
Author(s):  
Satoshi Matsuda ◽  
Hiroshi Kubota
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Marginal Cost ◽  
Fossil Fuels ◽  
Renewable Energies ◽  
Financial Resource ◽  
Renewable Energy Technologies ◽  
Energy Technologies ◽  
Power Facility ◽  
Energy Options ◽  
Feed In Tariff

In Japan, a policy mechanism called the "Feed-in Tariff (FIT)," which was designed to accelerate investment in renewable energy technologies, was introduced in July 2012. However, thus far, only solar power has been introduced, whereas other renewable energy options such as wind, geothermal or biomass have only made small progress; although, wind power, especially, has been found to have a very large potential for providing electricity in Japan. In addition, the price of electricity will essentially increase as a result of the FIT scheme. This indicates that the FIT may not always be a good option for accelerating the use of renewable energies. This study intends to analyze the effectiveness of the FIT mechanism in Japan and to propose another way to introduce renewable energies through the use of the concept of "marginal cost of power facility." The basic idea of this concept is that the financial resource of a subsidy for renewable energy is neither a tax nor an increase in the price of electricity, but is actually money saved on imported fossil fuels through the utilization of renewable energy.

The Use of Renewable Energies for Nigerian Agriculture: Progress, Prospects and Problems

1998 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 129-132
Author(s):  
Bobboi Umar
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Rural Development ◽  
Agricultural Production ◽  
Fossil Fuel ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Renewable Energies ◽  
Energy Sources ◽  
Renewable Energy Technologies ◽  
Energy Technologies ◽  
Positive Results

Renewable energies have great potential to improve agricultural activities and rural development. Positive results are already being achieved with these relatively benign energies in many countries. In Nigeria, there is need to improve agricultural production for the increasing population and to conserve the fossil fuel reserves. Although renewable energy sources such as solar radiation and biomass are abundant, harnessing them for agricultural and rural development needs is very slow. This article extols the virtues of these energy sources, analyses the progress made so far in renewable energy technologies in Nigeria, identifies the major obstacles and suggests some solutions to overcome them.

Creating and testing a survey to assess the impact of renewable energy technologies on quality of life

2013 ◽  
Vol 56 (04) ◽  
pp. 103-111 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tanya Christidis ◽  
Claire Paller ◽  
Shannon Majowicz ◽  
Phil Bigelow ◽  
Ashley Wilson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Wind Turbines ◽  
Fossil Fuels ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Distribution Method ◽  
Renewable Energy Technologies ◽  
Energy Technologies ◽  
Local Case ◽  
The Impact

With the increasing concerns regarding fossil fuels and nuclear energy, greater attention is being placed on alternate renewable energy technologies (RETs) such as wind, solar, and bioenergy. However, implementation of modern RETs has become controversial, as adverse health effects are a major concern. Although local case studies have suggested a relationship between wind turbines and health, there is a gap in the scientific knowledge. Epidemiological studies with adequate data collection tools and analyses are needed, particularly in the Canadian context. We reviewed surveys used in relevant environmental health literature, created a data collection tool for use in populations exposed to wind turbines, and piloted the survey content and distribution method. Our pilot response rate was 25.5% (45/200). The mean age of survey respondents was 57.6 years (SD: 12.76) with 57% of the respondents being female; respondents were not significantly different than the target population with respect to age or sex. The survey and methods presented here can be used in future studies to assess the health impacts of renewable energy technologies.

scholarly journals Institutional and Policy Assessment of Renewable Energy Sector in Afghanistan

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmad Murtaza Ershad
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Fossil Fuels ◽  
Indoor Air Pollution ◽  
Scale Up ◽  
Energy Sector ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Renewable Energy Resources ◽  
Renewable Energy Technologies ◽  
Energy Technologies ◽  
International Investors

Renewable energy resources could play a vital role in the sustainable economic, social, and environmental development of Afghanistan. Heavy reliance of rural households on firewood, rising costs of fossil fuels, outdoor and indoor air pollution, and climate change are some of the challenges that can be addressed by diversifying our power production fuel inputs and adopting renewable energy technologies. In order to deploy and scale up renewable energy technologies and improve access to sustainable energy, clear policies and targets and dedicated institutions are crucial. Fortunately, Afghan government with the support of international community is setting ambitious targets for the renewable energy sector and is encouraging national and international investors to take part in the generation, transmission, and distribution of renewable energy especially electricity through Power Purchase Agreements or very cheap land leases. Thus, the objectives of this report are (I) to review the existing institutions in the field of renewable energy, (II) to review renewable energy policies and targets in Afghanistan, and (III) to identify institutional and policy gaps and recommend solutions.

scholarly journals Use of Renewable Energy Sources for Energy Generation in Rural Areas in the Island of Crete, Greece

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
John Vourdoubas
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Electric Power ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Renewable Energies ◽  
Energy Resources ◽  
Renewable Energy Resources ◽  
Renewable Energy Technologies ◽  
Energy Technologies ◽  
The Future ◽  
Zero Carbon

Use of renewable energies in rural areas in the island of Crete, Greece has been investigated. Crete has rich indigenous renewable energy resources which are currently utilized for covering part of its energy requirements. Various renewable energy technologies used for heat and electricity generation in the island have been examined. Solar energy, wind energy, hydro power, biomass, and low enthalpy geothermal energy are already used. The total installed electric power of renewable energies in Crete, located mostly in rural areas, is approximately at 30% of the total electric power installed. They currently generate more than 20% of the island’s annual electricity needs. More renewable energy applications are foreseen in the future in rural areas in Crete as soon as its electric grid will be interconnected with the country’s continental grid. New renewable energy technologies, which are not currently used, could generate in the future heat, cooling, electricity, and vehicle’s fuels in the island. Their use will have positive impacts including the promotion of energy investments, lower use of imported and polluting fossil fuels, de-carbonization of the island’s energy sector as well as creation of new local jobs. It is indicated that the rich renewable energy resources in Crete could provide almost all of its annual energy needs. This will result in Crete’s transformation to a low or zero carbon economy in accordance with EU targets for zero carbon emissions in the next decades complying with the global goal for climate change mitigation.

Productive Use of Renewable Energy (PURE) for Economic Development in Developing Countries

2012 ◽  
pp. 16-30
Author(s):  
Phillip Olla ◽  
Nkemdilim Onwudinjo
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Power Systems ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Scale Up ◽  
Renewable Energy Technologies ◽  
Energy Technologies ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
Energy Options ◽  
Comprehensive Framework

There has been an increase in the deployments of renewable energy technologies such as solar, wind, geothermal, and biomass energy due to the concerns regarding global warming. This growth in renewable energy projects along with the technological innovations is leading to lowering costs, which is making available an array of renewable energy options to developing nations to address the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). Although Africa’s main discussions on renewable energy have been focused on large scale grid-connected power systems, this chapter presents the arguments that several renewable energy technologies are well-suited to providing modern energy services for low-income people. The article presents a comprehensive framework that highlights how to scale up a broad portfolio of micro-renewable energy solutions that can make a major contribution to achieving the MDGs.

100% Renewables as a Focus for Environmental Education

2012 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 125-155 ◽  
Author(s):  
William Adlong
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Policy Making ◽  
Fossil Fuels ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Solar Photovoltaics ◽  
Renewable Energy Technologies ◽  
Energy Technologies ◽  
Environmental Educators ◽  
Informal Settings ◽  
Do So

AbstractThe rapid development of renewable energy technologies has a number of implications for environmental educators and educators more generally. The costs of a number of renewable energy technologies are expected to be competitive with fossil fuels within 10–15 years and some installations are competitive already. From 2006–2011 global installations increased an average of 26% per annum for wind power and 58% per annum for solar photovoltaics (REN21, 2012). Investment in renewables (excluding hydropower) has increased by 20–30% per annum, reaching $US260 billion (AUD 245 billion) in 2011. The credibility of proposals for economies based largely on renewables is gaining recognition. These developments suggest that a satisfactory response to the dire projections around climate change can be implemented. To do so, understanding of the potential and status of renewables needs to be more widespread and accelerated on formal, informal and policy-making levels. Environmental educators within formal and informal settings can promote understanding and action so that the potential of such renewable energies is realised.

scholarly journals Low Head Pico-Hydro: A Robust Rural Renewable Energy Technology for Remote Rural Areas

2012 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
pp. 64-66 ◽  
Author(s):  
Biraj Gautam
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Rural Electrification ◽  
Energy Technology ◽  
Renewable Energy Technologies ◽  
Energy Technologies ◽  
Low Head ◽  
Environmental Development ◽  
Energy Options ◽  
The Cost

The rural electrification is the most needed pill for equitable economic and environmental development of Nepal. However, it comes with great challenges. The cost involved for grid extension, availability of power in grid and pre-condition required for alternate energy options for affordable rural energy supply significantly hinders the process of rural electrification. The low-head Pico-hydro is a promising technology which has positioned itself in a special niche of renewable energy technologies and is very important to address the problems Nepal is currently facing.DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/hn.v11i0.7166 Hydro Nepal Vol.11 2011 pp.64-66

Productive Use of Renewable Energy (PURE) for Economic Development in Developing Countries

2013 ◽  
pp. 303-317
Author(s):  
Phillip Olla ◽  
Nkemdilim Onwudinjo
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Power Systems ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Scale Up ◽  
Renewable Energy Technologies ◽  
Energy Technologies ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
Energy Options ◽  
Comprehensive Framework

There has been an increase in the deployments of renewable energy technologies such as solar, wind, geothermal, and biomass energy due to the concerns regarding global warming. This growth in renewable energy projects along with the technological innovations is leading to lowering costs, which is making available an array of renewable energy options to developing nations to address the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). Although Africa’s main discussions on renewable energy have been focused on large scale grid-connected power systems, this chapter presents the arguments that several renewable energy technologies are well-suited to providing modern energy services for low-income people. The article presents a comprehensive framework that highlights how to scale up a broad portfolio of micro-renewable energy solutions that can make a major contribution to achieving the MDGs.

Economics of Renewable Energy: A Comparison of Electricity Production Costs Across Technologies

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Govinda R. Timilsina ◽  
Kalim U. Shah
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Research And Development ◽  
Electricity Generation ◽  
Fossil Fuels ◽  
Heat Rate ◽  
Production Costs ◽  
Electricity Production ◽  
Capital Costs ◽  
Renewable Energy Technologies ◽  
Energy Technologies

The levelized costs of electricity generation for renewable energy technologies differ and fluctuate depending on factors including capital costs, operation and maintenance costs, utilization factors, and economic lives. In addition to these factors, In the case of fossil fuels, prices and heat rate are also responsible for fluctuations. There is a global movement in favor renewable energy. Many countries have announced carbon-free electricity within the next 30–40 years, which implies massive expansion of renewable energy technologies. The newer investment trends in electricity generation technologies indicate the same. Technological breakthroughs and cost reductions of energy storage technologies would further favor renewable energy technologies and would decrease their intermittency hurdles. Developments that expand the scaling effect of renewable energy and the potential improvement in efficiency through continued research and development could bring the cost of renewable energy further down in the future. When the levelized costs of electricity generation are estimated, the declining trends of renewable energy costs are observed and can to a large extent (but not fully) be explained by certain potential drivers. Particularly for wind and solar, these drivers include technological innovation/improvements that have increased efficiency, policy supports such as research and development funding, economy of scale both on the manufacturing of equipment (solar panels, wind turbines) and installation of plants, and monopoly rent dissipation due to increased number of manufacturers and suppliers. Competition among equipment manufacturers and project developers may also contribute to cost decline as could cost reduction through improved product efficiency related to technological improvements and innovations.

Sign in / Sign up

Export Citation Format

Share Document