Analysis of renewable energy feed-in tariffs in selected regions of the globe: Lessons for Saudi Arabia

Ramli, Makbul A.M.; Twaha, Ssennoga

doi:10.1016/j.rser.2015.02.035

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“…Application designers can also regulate the payment levels so that installations in following years can be carried out at reduced costs, which will both pave the way for and encourage scientific alteration. In another method, FIT payments can be obtained as a fixed price or premium price [13,14].…”

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Development of Feed-in Tariff for PV in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Al‐Ammar

Almahmeed

2019

Energies

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Feed-in tariff (FIT) is the most commonly used strategy worldwide for promoting renewable energy. The FIT strategy mainly consists of three key elements-certain admission to the grid, long-term contracts (10 to 20 years), and reimbursement levels that are founded on the prices of renewable energy production. The most common renewable energy in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is solar energy, and it can be incorporated into the main grid through a favorable feed-in tariff that will attract investment. This paper aims to review the FIT rates in Germany and the United States, then the design of FIT in these countries to study the results, which helps to determine the most appropriate FIT in the KSA for different regions with regard to investment costs, household electricity consumption, compatibility with the existing grid, period required for return on assets, and long-term benefits. This study will also explain the importance of interest rates for residential investors and the challenge created by the recent tariff increase to 0.18 SAR/kWh. Saudi Arabia has the advantage of being able to use this information to assess the best approach to the economic and environmental impacts of FIT.

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Section: Feed-in Tariffmentioning

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Development of Feed-in Tariff for PV in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Al‐Ammar

Almahmeed

2019

Energies

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“…In order to advance the development and use of RE sources, the GoU, along with some other African countries such as Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Algeria, Mauritius, Egypt and South Africa, developed a FiT structure that now serves as an instrument for disseminating private sector generation of electricity from RE sources [125,126]. This has encouraged both individual investors and companies to invest in the generation of RE in Uganda [125,126].…”

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“…This has encouraged both individual investors and companies to invest in the generation of RE in Uganda [125,126]. Furthermore, the scheme has increased the financial support base for RE generation and motivated the rapid sustainable development of RETs in the country.…”

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The Drivers and Barriers of Renewable Energy Applications and Development in Uganda: A Review

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Abstract:Following the increasing global awareness of the dangers posed by the present state of climate change, many countries such as Uganda have adapted long-term plans for a transition to decarbonised economies. A major strategy for decarbonisation is to replace fossil fuels with renewable energy (RE) sources as the fundamental energy source. Uganda has substantial RE resources for the provision of energy services and production, yet these resources remain untapped. It is therefore crucial that the use of these abundant resources should be heightened. This paper examines and discusses the potential and current RE utilization and development in Uganda from the perspective of sustainable development. The status of the different RE resources and their application/utilization, including details of existing projects in the country, are carefully explored and discussed. The possible drivers for a huge advancement of RE applications and development in Uganda are also discussed before elucidating the major barriers and challenges faced by the energy sector as regards RE. Measures and policies required to facilitate the utilization of RE in Uganda are proposed. These evidence-based policies could guide the delivery of affordable and sustainable energy solutions for all by 2030 in Uganda.

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“…The declining prices of photovoltaic solar cells makes the application of solar energy in certain locations feasible, cost-effective, and competitive [2]. Renewable energy resources development and utilization requires the establishment of a comprehensive policy [5]. The feed-in tariffs (FIT) scheme is recognized as being widely used and as an efficient proven strategy for promoting renewable energy by providing developers and consumers with significant benefit [5].…”

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“…Renewable energy resources development and utilization requires the establishment of a comprehensive policy [5]. The feed-in tariffs (FIT) scheme is recognized as being widely used and as an efficient proven strategy for promoting renewable energy by providing developers and consumers with significant benefit [5]. Implementing this scheme in Saudi Arabia will prospectively enhance the progress of renewable energy in the region.…”

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Factors Affecting Public Willingness to Adopt Renewable Energy Technologies: An Exploratory Analysis

Makki

Mosly

2020

Sustainability

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Renewable energy has become an important element of today’s modern technology targeting high-efficiency energy production. As part of its 2030 Vision, Saudi Arabia is aiming to increase its energy production through renewable sources. The purpose of this research study is to explore the factors affecting public willingness to adopt renewable energy technologies in the western region of Saudi Arabia. This was achieved through an extensive literature review of previous studies conducted worldwide and resulted in the extraction of 19 factors that affect public willingness to adopt renewable energy technologies. Following a quantitative research design, random cross-sectional data of 416 participants using the extracted factors were collected via an online questionnaire survey. Following a dimension reduction statistical approach, key components were extracted with exploratory factor analysis using principal component analysis. Five main components clustering the 19 extracted factors were revealed: cost and government regulations and policies, public awareness and local market, environment and public infrastructure, residential building, and renewable energy technology systems. The implications of this research study assist in guiding governments, regulations and policy makers, marketing agencies, and investors to better understand the concerns and enablers of renewable energy technologies adoption from the public perspective.

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Analysis of renewable energy feed-in tariffs in selected regions of the globe: Lessons for Saudi Arabia

Cited by 60 publications

References 107 publications

Development of Feed-in Tariff for PV in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Development of Feed-in Tariff for PV in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

The Drivers and Barriers of Renewable Energy Applications and Development in Uganda: A Review

Factors Affecting Public Willingness to Adopt Renewable Energy Technologies: An Exploratory Analysis

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