on Markets, Policy, Investment, and Future Pathways
by Eric Martinot
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Renewable Energy Information on Markets, Policy, Investment, and Future Pathways by Eric Martinot |
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1. Solar hot water and power. The use of solar hot water in Qingdao has been growing at 15% per year, and there are now 150,000 m2 installed (equal to roughly 0.03 m2/person).
2. Seawater heat pumps. The first pilot project is being developed.
3. Wind power. There are now 16 MW installed.
4. Biomass gasification. There are 15 biomass gasification plants operating, utilizing waste crop stalks and supplying biogas to 3000 households.
Qingdao is promoting four types of renewable energy:
Page updated December 10, 2004
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