Abstract
Renewable Generation Strategies of Europe's Utilities, 2006 - 2011
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While wind power has been the dominant renewable power source added this
decade, European utilities are now broadening their search for clean power
alternatives to include small hydro and biomass. Other, less
commercially-developed technologies, like wave & tidal energy and concentrated
solar power (CSP) are entering a critical phase of early stage commercial
projects and enjoying increased attention from European utilities. Looking
ahead, the scaling of utility ownership of renewable energy will continue to
grow rapidly over the next five years, both in terms of increased penetration
in existing markets and diversification into new applications and markets.
- How are utilities prioritizing different renewables technology solutions
alongside their traditional business?
- Which technologies will follow wind as scalable additions to utilities'
generation portfolios?
- Which utilities are most aggressive in leveraging their renewables'
experience to enter new markets and broaden their presence?
- What are the market conditions, policies, and regulations influencing the
financial attractiveness of renewable energy investments in Europe?
- How much do utilities plan to invest in renewable generation over the long
term, and how are they executing these investment strategies?
This new 270-page market study provides in-depth analysis of major European
utility activity, combining bottom-up analysis of utility portfolios by
project in wind, biopower, solar, small hydro, geothermal, and ocean energy,
with top down evaluation of strategy trends and market growth. Download a free
excerpt of the study.
EER's assessment of utility value chain positioning, shifts in the generation
mix, expansion strategies, and total market potential of new generation
technologies underlines the increasing role of renewable technologies in the
future of centralized generation.
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