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Potential and Policy for Renewable Energy Sources in Croatia

In order to satisfy its commitment to Kyoto Protocol, Croatia is planning to increase renewable energy share in electricity generation for 5 percentage points, mainly by kicking off markets in new energy sources, like wind, solar and biomass. This paper identifies the areas in Croatia where conversion systems based on those renewable energies could be applied. Consideration is given to geographical locations as well as potential applications. Wind, hydro, solar photovoltaic, geothermal and biomass potentials for electricity production were analyzed from a technological and economical point of view. Their energy potential (given as capacity and energy capability) on a regional basis (NUTS 2 and 3 statistical classifications) was calculated for the present situation and with future estimates. Energy supply costs, capital costs and some other influential factors were estimated per NUTS 2 regions and type of renewable energy technology. Finally RES cost – supply curves for 2006 and 2010 are given. The paper gives an overview of recent developments in renewable sector, as well as outline of the proposed support system for renewable power generation.

renewable energy; support mechanisms

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