| ID | 110750 |
| Title Proper | Assessment of the feed-in tariff mechanism for renewable energies in Taiwan |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Huang, Yun-Hsun ; Wu, Jung-Hua |
| Publication | 2011. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Due to Taiwan's lack of natural resources, dependence on imported energy, and pursuit of sustainable development, renewable energies are extremely important for Taiwan's future energy supply. Since Taiwan's feed-in tariff (FIT) is still in its initial stage, one must examine whether the current system is compatible with a well-designed FIT scheme. This study examines the main features of Taiwan's FIT system and assesses design options using several criteria. Additionally, one of the most important elements of a FIT scheme, namely, a tariff system, is discussed. Taiwan's FIT scheme has the design options required by well-functioning FITs, and the guaranteed-return tariff system coincides with the spirit underlying leading global FITs; however, many issues, such as setting goals by stages, refinement of the tariff calculation methodology, and elimination of other non-economic barriers, must be addressed to achieve future developmental goals and green industry growth. |
| `In' analytical Note | Energy Policy Vol. 39, No.12; Dec 2011: p.8106-8115 |
| Journal Source | Energy Policy Vol. 39, No.12; Dec 2011: p.8106-8115 |
| Key Words | Feed - in Tariff ; Design Options ; Tariff System |