7182 Acting on Our Best Understanding of Renewable Energy Resources

Friday, February 17, 2012: 9:30 AM
Room 118 (VCC West Building)
Nicolas Fichaux , International Renewable Energy Agency, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Investments in power capacities and infrastructure last for decades. Understanding where to build renewable energy installations is dependent on our understanding of the strength, consistency and predictability of winds, solar radiation, tides, and other forms of energy. As our scientific understanding of renewable energy develops, this must be merged with practical considerations to determine feasibility for development. Proper analyses lowers the market risks and attracts investment.