OPINION: Time to set the record straight

Algeria's Environment Train struck a chord

Algeria's Environment Train struck a chord

Raising public support is going to be a major driver for the sustained growth of renewables this year.

We need public opinion on our side, because 2013 will be marked by tough market conditions for wind and solar, as well as intense national and international energy-policy negotiations.

Support for green energy is starting to fade due to the financial pressures on governments. That has caused a dramatic shake-out, especially in the PV industry. For many companies, the share of the pie has been trimmed to the point of bankruptcy.

So the market needs to grow faster, and increasing public support for renewables is one way to help do this. Bolder, broader…

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