Production Capacity of the Renewable Energies in the European Union

The twofold aim of this study is, on the one hand, to outline the prospective production and capacity of renewable energy sources (RES) in the EU by 2010 in the context of current EU policies and targets and, on the other, to provide recommendations for policy makers to adopt adequate options and instruments for providing a vigorous and lasting impetus to RES development in the EU. The study is based on an analysis of trends in renewable energy technology (RET) development, available potentialities and costs, as well as current production and capacity levels. Policy recommendations are drawn from the gaps identified, the recognition of the barriers to RES development, and the clarification of potential policy options and tools.