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A matter of stability and equity: the case for federal action on renewable portfolio standards in the U.S

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posted on 2023-06-08, 23:18 authored by Benjamin SovacoolBenjamin Sovacool
Renewable portfolio standards (RPS) are a relatively novel way to promote renewable energy projects in the United States. Though more than half the states and the District of Columbia have taken the lead in mandating some form of RPS, none of the existing state programs are alike. The author proposes federal action to fix many of the problems plaguing individual state RPS programs and to persuade national policymakers, industries, and consumers to make a long-term commitment to renewable energy. If implemented properly, a nation-wide RPS could lower electricity rates for many consumers and utilities and may even induce more diversification in the electric utility industry.

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  • Published

Journal

Energy and Environment

ISSN

0958-305X

Publisher

Multi-Science Publishing

Issue

2

Volume

19

Page range

241-261

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  • SPRU - Science Policy Research Unit Publications

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Peer reviewed?

  • Yes

Legacy Posted Date

2015-12-02

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