Concluding Thoughts

Like geothermal and wind power generation, hydroelectric power generation is another of Mother Nature's gifts. In the following chapters, we will review the status of wind, geothermal, and solar electricity generation in key markets around the globe. The renewable energy technologies have a very important common element—that is each of these electricity sources is a unique solution to its geography. In the following chapters, we will assess the applicability of geothermal and wind power generation. These renewable energy sources are applicable only to certain geographic locations.

It is incumbent upon private industry and government to cooperate to take advantage of power-producing natural resources. From an investment standpoint, ...

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