Relative to conventional power generation projects, investments in renewable energy — such as hydro, solar, wind, biomass, and geothermal power — usually have higher upfront capital costs and commercial risks as well as longer investment recovery. Because private investors typically focus on...

This submission is in response to a request by The Senate Standing Committee on Environment, Communications and the Arts for submissions on a review into the Renewable Energy (Electricity) Amendment Bill 2010 [Provisions]; Renewable Energy (Electricity Charge) Amendment Bill 2010[Provisions].It...

This paper provides an overview of the energy transition in Asia. It sets out the underlying drivers and how these set energy transition priorities in China, India, and South East Asia. It particularly describes the role of (liquefied) natural gas in the growing energy demand and changing energy...

Traditionally, European energy market regulation has dealt with electricity and gas from a market-oriented perspective in the effort of creating a common internal energy market to foster economic efficiency, security of supply and competitiveness. To a lesser extent, EU law also deals with oil,...