Determinants of renewable energy consumption: Importance of democratic institutions

Chen, Chaoyi; Pinar, Mehmet; Stengos, Thanasis

doi:10.1016/j.renene.2021.07.030

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“…When it comes to the Polish energy sector mix in the next two decades, it should be noted that it differs dramatically from the predictions offered by many experts and scientists. It also differs from the objectives presented in the European Green Deal [16][17][18][19][20].…”

Section: Poland Data Trends For Renewable Energymentioning

confidence: 78%

“…Climate warming, which is largely caused by the depletion of non-renewable energy sources, is causing water levels to rise. Higher temperatures and a warmer climate can cause infectious diseases, such as malaria, to spread more rapidly [20]. A fact confirming the ongoing green transformation is that coal's share of electricity generation has dropped below 70% [7].…”

Section: Renewable Energymentioning

confidence: 99%

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An Empirical Analysis of Renewable Energy Contributions Considering Green Consumer Values—A Case Study of Poland

2022

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This article examines the acceptance of renewable energy in the adoption of the climate package, taking into account the GREEN consumer values among consumers in Poland. The research problem addressed in this paper relates to the measurement of consumer values in terms of the GREEN concept; specifically, consumer acceptance of the available offerings provided by real businesses. In addition, consumer needs are important in terms of ensuring the acceptance of renewable energy, which will create opportunities for its production in the context of the Fit 55 climate package. The study formulates some research questions and hypotheses to justify the concept with empirical data by applying statistical tests. The study is presented in several sections with a detailed presentation of secondary and primary data. The main outcome of the research is based on the primary data using a structured survey questionnaire administered in Poland and 557 collected samples. Nowadays, the responsibility also lies with consumers, as green consumption will entail green production. The research concludes that Poland’s consumers have a good level of acceptance of RES, based on the current green energy situation of Poland, which may lead to sustainability and will benefit policy makers in government, corporations and end consumers.

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An Empirical Analysis of Renewable Energy Contributions Considering Green Consumer Values—A Case Study of Poland

2022

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Crowdfunding and renewable energy development: What does the data say?

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et al. 2021

Intl J of Energy Research

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Summary For the first time, this paper investigates the relationship between crowdfunding and renewable energy generation for a panel of 32 countries from 2013 to 2018. Applying the instrumental variable generalised method of moment, this study indicated that crowdfunding has a significant positive effect on renewable energy generation. Notably, 1% increase in crowdfunding raises renewable energy generation by 0.35%. Specifically, we also found that crowdfunding spurs the generation of solar energy (0.45%), wind energy (0.37%), and other renewable energy (0.30%) while having a neutral effect on hydroelectricity generation. The findings from the causality analysis showed that there is bi‐directional causality between crowdfunding and renewable energy generation. Country‐specific analysis indicated that China has the highest effect of crowdfunding on renewable energy generation, while the United Arab Emirates has the lowest effect. These findings suggest that policymakers need to advance crowdfunding development by promoting favourable regulations, social capital (trust), and internet infrastructure investment. Policies that advance renewable energy generation, such as subsidies, feed‐in‐tariffs, and technology procurement, are also recommended. Highlights Examines the effect of crowdfunding on renewable energy generation. Use a panel of 32 countries from 2013 to 2018. Crowdfunding drives renewable energy generation. There exists bi‐directional causality between crowdfunding and renewable energy generation. China has the highest effect of crowdfunding on renewable energy generation. NOVELTY STATEMENT This study has, for the first time, measured the contributions of crowdfunding to renewable energy generation. The study has also demonstrated that there exists bi‐directional causality between crowdfunding and renewable energy generation. Finally, this study has shown that China has the highest effect of crowdfunding on renewable energy generation.

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“…It is thus necessary to consider the importance of fostering sustainable tourism that generates local development through the care and preservation of the environment. Accordingly, since several authors affirm a positive correlation between the consumption of renewable energy and economic growth (Chen et al 2021;Apergis and Payne 2010;Omri 2013;Ozturk and Bilgili 2015), we propose a study of renewable energy and its influence on local development and sustainable tourism. Apergis's study of OECD countries reveals a long term equilibrium relationship between real GDP, renewable energy consumption, real gross fixed capital formation, and the labor force.…”

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Sustainable Tourism and Renewable Energy’s Potential: A Local Development Proposal for the La Florida Community, Huaral, Peru

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Tourism contributes 10% to global gross domestic product (GDP), yet it generates 5% of all anthropogenic CO2, while 50 to 60% of carbon emissions are indirectly related to the sector. High levels of poverty afflict rural areas in developing countries, and sustainable tourism based on renewable energy is an ideal approach to generate local development. Our objectives are thus to gauge sustainable tourism’s influence on local development in the community of La Florida, Huaral, Peru and to evaluate the potential of renewable energy (solar and wind power) to propose an eco-efficient business alternative. A non-experimental, quantitative approach was used, in which 265 local residents completed a survey to ascertain their perspectives on the proposal. Moreover, the potential for solar and wind energy was measured to identify sustainable alternatives that residents might incorporate into local ventures. The results demonstrate a relationship between sustainable tourism and local development, as tourism activity enables community members to improve their quality of life and offers them the opportunity to generate new enterprises. Likewise, the assessment of renewable energy potential confirms its feasibility in this area.

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Determinants of renewable energy consumption: Importance of democratic institutions

Cited by 149 publications

References 95 publications

An Empirical Analysis of Renewable Energy Contributions Considering Green Consumer Values—A Case Study of Poland

An Empirical Analysis of Renewable Energy Contributions Considering Green Consumer Values—A Case Study of Poland

Crowdfunding and renewable energy development: What does the data say?

Sustainable Tourism and Renewable Energy’s Potential: A Local Development Proposal for the La Florida Community, Huaral, Peru

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