Alternative thinking 2011A look at the top issues and trends in renewable energy |
Prior to the economic crisis, renewable energy – or "green gold" as it was being referred to then – was on the upswing. Large wind farms were being installed across Europe, the US, China and many other developed and emerging nations, while solar power was on its own upward trajectory with supply chain bottlenecks being one of the common constraining factors across the different technologies. Now, the tide has turned. Many renewable energy projects have stalled or come to a complete stop due to issues ranging from the situation with the global economy, the state of government finances, difficulties in funding, and regulatory uncertainty.
In particular, many renewable energy players are finding funding is harder to come by and where it is available, more expensive or with more onerous terms than they have been used to. In terms of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), renewable energy is currently more of a buyer’s market but some unrealistic price expectations remain.
Learn more about:
- Navigating uncertainty: Where next for government and regulators?
- Many companies will be bought this year; is yours one of them?
- Funding: Got any money?
- Taking a long hard look at environmental and social impacts
- Capital programs: Supersize renewable energy
- Moving to clean energy to create new jobs with specialist skill sets
- Oil and gas vs. renewable energy: Friend or foe?
- Engaging consumers to embrace the trilemma
- Large in resources, short on infrastructure
- Development of the supply chain: the weakest link?
Related links: Read other Deloitte top ten issues reports
- Alternative thinking 2011: Read the press release
- Empowering Ideas: A look at ten of the top emerging issues in the power and utilities sector
- Tracking the Trends: A look at 10 of the top issues mining companies will face
- Oil & Gas Reality Check: Ten of the top issues facing companies in the coming year
Look for the 2011 edition to be released 18 November 18 at the Deloitte Oil & Gas Conference, Houston.
Alternative thinking 2011: A look at the top issues and trends in renewable energy
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