scholarly journals Evaluating the Success of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Policies in Ghana: Matching the Policy Objectives against Policy Instruments and Outcomes

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Margaret Adobea Oduro ◽  
Samuel Gyamfi ◽  
Samuel Asumadu Sarkodie ◽  
Francis Kemausuor
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Policy Instruments ◽  
Policy Objectives ◽  
Energy Efficiency Policies

scholarly journals Friends or Foes? Political Synergy or Competition between Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Policy

Energies ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (23) ◽  
pp. 6339
Author(s):  
Lana Ollier ◽  
Marc Melliger ◽  
Johan Lilliestam
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Linear Regression Models ◽  
Member States ◽  
Eu Member States ◽  
Energy Efficiency Policy ◽  
Efficiency Measures ◽  
Multi Linear Regression ◽  
Energy Efficiency Policies ◽  
Two Sides

Energy efficiency measures and the deployment of renewable energy are commonly presented as two sides of the same coin—as necessary and synergistic measures to decarbonize energy systems and reach the temperature goals of the Paris Agreement. Here, we quantitatively investigate the policies and performances of the EU Member States to see whether renewables and energy efficiency policies are politically synergistic or if they rather compete for political attention and resources. We find that Member States, especially the ones perceived as climate leaders, tend to prioritize renewables over energy efficiency in target setting. Further, almost every country performs well in either renewable energy or energy efficiency, but rarely performs well in both. We find no support for the assertion that the policies are synergistic, but some evidence that they compete. However, multi-linear regression models for performance show that performance, especially in energy efficiency, is also strongly associated with general economic growth cycles, and not only efficiency policy as such. We conclude that renewable energy and energy efficiency are not synergistic policies, and that there is some competition between them.

Impacts of energy efficiency policies on the integration of renewable energy

Energy Policy ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 133 ◽  
pp. 110922 ◽  
Author(s):  
Asma Dhakouani ◽  
Essia Znouda ◽  
Chiheb Bouden
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Energy Efficiency Policies

Energy Efficiency Policies in Some of the European Countries

2016 ◽  
pp. 100-131
Author(s):  
Savaş Çevik ◽  
M. Mustafa Erdoğdu ◽  
Fatma Turna
Keyword(s):  
European Union ◽  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Policy Instruments ◽  
European Countries ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Eu Member States ◽  
Energy Efficiency Policy ◽  
Policy Measures ◽  
Energy Efficiency Policies ◽  
The Impact

This chapter deals with the instruments and policies to achieve energy efficiency in some of the European Union (EU) member states. The main aim of the study is to search for any efficient combination of policy instruments in the EU. The analysis is based on a unique database, derived out of the MURE project, related to energy efficiency policy measures in 28 EU countries and Norway. The study first describes and evaluates the main purposes and instruments of energy efficiency policies. Then, it classifies the measures applied to promote energy efficiency in sample countries by sectors and examines the impact level of different policy packages on energy efficiency.

Assessment of the impact of renewable energy and energy efficiency policies on the Macedonian energy sector development

2013 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 041814 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. Taseska-Gjorgievska ◽  
A. Dedinec ◽  
N. Markovska ◽  
G. Kanevce ◽  
G. Goldstein ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Energy Sector ◽  
Energy Efficiency Policies ◽  
The Impact

scholarly journals Drawing Lessons When Objectives Differ? Assessing Renewable Energy Policy Transfer from Germany to Morocco

2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 34-50 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karoline Steinbacher
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Policy Instruments ◽  
Energy Transition ◽  
Policy Instrument ◽  
Policy Transfer ◽  
Renewable Energies ◽  
Renewable Energy Policy ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Instrument Selection ◽  
Policy Objectives

Given the tremendous energy challenges Morocco faces, and its potential role as an exporter of green electricity to Europe, the country has been particularly targeted by Germany’s efforts to promote the uptake of renewable energies abroad. This paper explores whether ideas and policies in the field of renewable energy effectively traveled through transfer channels established between Germany and Morocco. In particular, the question of how Morocco’s policy objectives shaped the result of transfer processes is discussed, shedding light on a currently under-researched determinant for policy transfer. Drawing upon forty-five semi-structured interviews with Moroccan, German, and international stakeholders, as well as card-ranking exercises, the article provides first-hand insights into the dynamics and drivers of Morocco’s “energy transition”. Findings presented in the article show that differing policy objectives did not preclude the transfer of ideas between Germany and Morocco, but shaped its outcome with regard to policy instrument selection. While basic policy orientations in favour of renewable energies were facilitated by transferred knowledge, a perceived incompatibility between domestic policy objectives and the policy instruments used in the foreign model led to selective lesson-drawing from the German example. This finding underlines the importance for “senders” who wish to actively promote sustainable energy policies abroad to adapt outreach strategies to the policy objectives of potential followers.

scholarly journals The Evaluation of Energy Efficiency Policies in the Building Sector: A Regional Analysis Based on the Stochastic Frontier Approach and on the Energy Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC) and Policy Implications

2021 ◽  
Vol 65 (2-4) ◽  
pp. 422-432
Author(s):  
Pietro Falconi
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Energy Consumption ◽  
Regional Analysis ◽  
Policy Instruments ◽  
Economic Incentives ◽  
High Potential ◽  
Policy Implications ◽  
Frontier Analysis ◽  
Energy Efficiency Policies ◽  
Civil Sector

The promotion of the Energy Efficiency is one of the priorities of EU energy policy to fight the Climate Change and make Europe climate neutral by 2050 (EC 2020). The civil sector offers high potential for energy efficiency improvement and the buildings are responsible for about 40% of the EU's energy consumption, and 36% of greenhouse gas emissions (EC 2020). In Italy the civil sector (residential and tertiary together), are responsible for approximately 45% of final energy consumption and 17.5% of Italy's CO2 emissions, has a potential in reducing energy consumption of approximately 5,7 Mtoe compared to the base scenario in 2030. The core research question is: “Are national and local energy efficiency policies effective in reducing aggregate energy consumption at regional level in the civil sector?” From the policy maker’s point of view, it is important to understand the effectiveness of the policy instruments introduced to promote energy efficiency. The research framework is based on the frontier analysis and its main objective is to econometrically estimate for the period 2010 to 2017 the energy efficiency level for the civil sector in the Italy regions. The estimates confirm the effectiveness of policy instruments, represented by tax deductions and economic incentives, in creating high potential for energy savings from reduced inefficiency in the civil sector.

scholarly journals INDONESIA’S REGULATION AND POLICY IN THE ENERGY SECTOR: URGENCY TO PROMOTE ENERGY EFFICIENCY IN URBAN AREAS

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 211
Author(s):  
Imam Mulyana ◽  
Achmad Gusman Siswandi
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Environmental Issues ◽  
Energy Efficiency Policy ◽  
Global Environmental ◽  
Energy Efficiency Policies ◽  
Global Environmental Issues

<p>In recent years, efforts to promote sustainable energy through energy efficiency, renewable energy and use of new technologies are moving rapidly at national, regional, and international levels. The benefits generated from energy efficiency has prompted experts and governments to work together in implementing energy efficiency policies across all sectors of life. One of the focus areas in global energy efficiency policy is energy efficiency in urban areas. This article aims to provide an overview regarding the implementation of policy and regulation on energy efficiency in Indonesia, particularly in urban areas. The research finds that energy efficiency is one of the most effective ways to improve the competitiveness and capacity of cities in Indonesia. In addition, it could advocate the Indonesian Government in responding to global environmental issues, especially climate change.</p><br />

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