Research Article

A Comparative Analysis of Renewable Energy Policies in Local Governments

Volume: 9 Number: 17 February 28, 2025
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A Comparative Analysis of Renewable Energy Policies in Local Governments

Abstract

This study evaluates the importance and impacts of renewable energy sources in local government policies. The risk of depletion of fossil fuels, climate change and the need for environmental sustainability have accelerated the orientation of local governments towards renewable energy in the world. Local governments have various responsibilities such as increasing energy efficiency, reducing carbon footprint and raising public awareness on green and renewable energy sources by taking a leading role in energy transformation processes. In this article, local policies for renewable energy are analysed in terms of various legal regulations, financial incentives, community participation and technological developments. In addition, the integration of renewable energy at the local level is discussed with different examples from around the world and the contributions of these policies on sustainable development are discussed. The purpose of this study, explores the critical role that local governments play in promoting and implementing renewable energy initiatives. It highlights how local policies can significantly influence the adoption of renewable energy technologies, improve energy efficiency and contribute to sustainable development goals. The paper discusses various strategies used by local governments, such as incentives for renewable energy projects, zoning regulations that favour clean energy infrastructure, and community engagement efforts to raise awareness about the benefits of renewable energy. In addition, it addresses the challenges faced by local governments, including funding limitations, regulatory barriers, and the need for intergovernmental co-operation. In the study, qualitative method was used, document analysis and literature review were conducted. Overall, the paper emphasises that effective local government policies are necessary to promote the transition to renewable energy sources and achieve long-term environmental and economic benefits for communities. Furthermore, this study reveals that local governments have a strategic position in the energy transition.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Public Administration

Journal Section

Research Article

Early Pub Date

February 26, 2025

Publication Date

February 28, 2025

Submission Date

January 18, 2025

Acceptance Date

February 24, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 9 Number: 17

APA
Divrik, B. (2025). A Comparative Analysis of Renewable Energy Policies in Local Governments. International Journal of Management and Administration, 9(17), 13-25. https://doi.org/10.29064/ijma.1622748
AMA
1.Divrik B. A Comparative Analysis of Renewable Energy Policies in Local Governments. IJMA. 2025;9(17):13-25. doi:10.29064/ijma.1622748
Chicago
Divrik, Burkay. 2025. “A Comparative Analysis of Renewable Energy Policies in Local Governments”. International Journal of Management and Administration 9 (17): 13-25. https://doi.org/10.29064/ijma.1622748.
EndNote
Divrik B (February 1, 2025) A Comparative Analysis of Renewable Energy Policies in Local Governments. International Journal of Management and Administration 9 17 13–25.
IEEE
[1]B. Divrik, “A Comparative Analysis of Renewable Energy Policies in Local Governments”, IJMA, vol. 9, no. 17, pp. 13–25, Feb. 2025, doi: 10.29064/ijma.1622748.
ISNAD
Divrik, Burkay. “A Comparative Analysis of Renewable Energy Policies in Local Governments”. International Journal of Management and Administration 9/17 (February 1, 2025): 13-25. https://doi.org/10.29064/ijma.1622748.
JAMA
1.Divrik B. A Comparative Analysis of Renewable Energy Policies in Local Governments. IJMA. 2025;9:13–25.
MLA
Divrik, Burkay. “A Comparative Analysis of Renewable Energy Policies in Local Governments”. International Journal of Management and Administration, vol. 9, no. 17, Feb. 2025, pp. 13-25, doi:10.29064/ijma.1622748.
Vancouver
1.Burkay Divrik. A Comparative Analysis of Renewable Energy Policies in Local Governments. IJMA. 2025 Feb. 1;9(17):13-25. doi:10.29064/ijma.1622748