Includes bibliographical references (pages 48-49).
Summary
Voluntary green power markets are those in which consumers and institutions voluntarily purchase renewable energy to match their electricity needs. Voluntary action provides a revenue stream for renewable energy projects and raises consumer awareness of the benefits of renewable energy. These markets continued to exhibit growth and stimulate renewable energy development in 2012. This paper reviews the voluntary market and identifies market trends.
Funding
Sponsored by National Renewable Energy Laboratory contract no. DE-AC36-08GO28308; prepared under task nos. SA12.0324 and SM13.1580