POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENTS

摘要

1. An assessment of available energy resources, together with analyses of future energy demands and costs of alternative supplies to meet heating, cooling, electricity and transport demands, should be undertaken prior to promoting the use of renewable energy. The assessment should include the potential for renewable energy projects based around water supply, wastes, and land managed by the local authority. Seasonal and daily variations in energy demand need to be considered.rn2. Development of renewable energy deployment policies should be undertaken in association with energy efficiency measures. In most countries, leading cities have attempted to reduce their energy demand through improved efficiency and energy management incentives, and this has been recognised as a key policy priority. Putting parallel policies in place to support the use of renewable energy by the local community usually makes good sense.