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Abstract
It is unusual for a product to be purchased without having prior knowledge about its origins and method of production. However, one important exception to this is electricity. Electricity is taken for granted when a machine is plugged in or a light is switched on. However, it is being bought when the machine or light is turned on, and most people know nothing about its origins. As more and more consumers become aware of the environmental issues related to electricity production and use, and the electricity market becomes more deregulated, consumers are likely to exercise their buying electricity and more "green electricity" (i.e. electricity that has been produced from renewable energy sources) will be demanded. Cities can play three roles in promoting green electricity: as consumers, as producers, and as promoters, incitors or legislative bodies. The utility, swb Enordia sells green electricity, thus promoting new renewable-source generating plants
Keywords: General approach; Effects of the Liberalisation of Energy Markets on Local Authorities
This case study was prepared by Energie-Cités in co-operation with swb Enordia GmbH. It received funding from the ALTENER Programme of DG Transport and Energy of the European Commission.
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ALTENER II Programme 1998-2002
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: Renewable Energy Sources & Systems
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