Abstract
| The global energy policy scene today is dominated by three concerns, namely security of supply, climate change and energy for development and poverty alleviation. This is the starting point for Risø Energy Report 5 that addresses status and trends in renewable energy, and gives an overview of global driving forces for transformation of the energy systems in the light of security of supply, climate change and economic growth. More specifically status and trends in renewable energy technologies, for broader applications in off grid power production (and heat) will be discussed. Furthermore the report will address wider introduction of renewable energy in the transport sector, for example renewable based fuels, hybrid vehicles, electric vehicles and fuel cell driven vehicles. |
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The report is volume 5 in a series of reports covering energy issues at global, regional and national levels. Individual chapters of the report have been written by Risø staff members and leading Danish and international experts. The report is based on internationally recognised scientific material, and is fully referenced and refereed by an international panel of independent experts. Information on current developments is taken from the most up-to-date and authoritative sources available. Our target groups are colleagues, collaborating partners, customers, funding organisations, the Danish government and international organisations including the European Union, the International Energy Agency and the United Nations.
Papers
Preface
Summary, conclusions and recommendations
Global drivers for transformation of energy systems
Renewable energy outlook for selected regions
Innovation in energy technologies
Wind
Biomass
Photovoltaics
Solar thermal
Hydro, ocean and geothermal
Renewable -based fuels for transport
New and emerging technologies for renewable energy in the transport sector
Technical challenges to energy systems ’ operation and markets
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