Solar Thermal Energy – Comparing Framework Conditions and Support Measures in the Renewable Heat Market of Germany and Spain
Abstract
The substitution of fossil fuels by renewable energy is one of the key measures in meeting the challenges of climate change. The discussion in energy politics regarding the increased use of renewable energy, however, focuses mainly on the electricity market. At the same time, nearly half of the final energy demand in the European Union (EU) is consumed in the heating sector (BMU 2009, 57). The potential for renewable energy sources in the heat market is accordingly large.