Empowering the Future: Renewable Energy Support Schemes

With climate change knocking at our door, the switch to renewable energy sources is more vital than ever. We're talking about awesome options like solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and biomass that not only provide sustainable energy, but also help curb those pesky greenhouse gas emissions and tackle climate change head-on. To make it happen, governments, organizations, and communities all over the world have put in place some important support schemes.

In this blog, we'll dive into why these schemes are so crucial and how they're paving the way for a brighter, greener future.

Renewable energy support schemes are policies and initiatives that provide financial incentives, regulatory frameworks, and technical assistance to promote the development, installation, and use of renewable energy technologies. These schemes aim to create a favorable environment for renewable energy projects, and drive the transition to a low carbon, sustainable energy system.

Alright, let's dig in and take a closer look at some of the key renewable energy support schemes:

Feed-in tariffs (FITs): FITs are one of the most common support schemes used globally. Under a FIT, renewable energy producers are guaranteed a fixed price for the electricity they generate and feed into the grid for a certain period. This provides financial security and incentive for renewable energy investors , making it an attractive option for individuals, communities and businesses to invest in renewable energy projects. FITs have been successful in many countries in promoting the development of renewable energy projects, especially in the early stages when the technology is still expensive.

Renewable Energy Portfolio Standards (RPS): RPS are regulations that require a certain percentage of electricity to be generated from renewable energy sources. Utilities or electricity providers are required to meet these targets and can either generate renewable energy or purchase renewable energy credits to comply with the standards. RPS creates a market demand for renewable energy, stimulating investment in renewable energy projects, and encouraging the growth of renewable energy adaptation and reducing carbon emissions.

Net Metering: Net metering is a billing arrangement that allows renewable energy systems owners to receive credit for the excess electricity they generate and feed into the grid. The credit can then be used to offset their electricity bills when they consume electricity from the grid