"Renewable Energy Mandates" explores how governments worldwide use legal mechanisms to promote sustainable energy, addressing climate change and energy security. The book examines incentives, like tax credits, penalties for non-compliance, and infrastructure investment obligations driving the shift from fossil fuels. It highlights that while mandates are vital, their effectiveness depends on careful design and enforcement.
For example, feed-in tariffs can incentivize renewable energy projects, while carbon taxes can discourage fossil fuel use. The book analyzes different types of legal mandates, using case studies from various countries to evaluate successes and failures. It connects to economics, examining the economic impacts on energy prices and job creation, and to political science, analyzing the political feasibility of implementing renewable energy policies.
Beginning with the evolution of energy policy and the growing recognition of climate change, the book progresses through legal concepts, incentives, penalties, and infrastructure investment. A unique aspect of this book is its comparative approach, identifying best practices across different jurisdictions. It aims to provide a balanced assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of different types of mandates, offering valuable insights for policymakers, legal professionals, and anyone interested in a sustainable energy future.
