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Understanding the Value of Business Models for Renewable Energy : Empirical Evidence from Choice Experiments with Investors
ISSN
1559-792X
Type
conference paper
Date Issued
2009-09-07
Author(s)
Abstract
The diffusion of renewable energy requires capital. But it is difficult to evaluate renewable energy investments as the renewable energy sector is an entrepreneurial industry (e.g. coined by technological, political and market uncertainty). Thus, traditional evaluation of investment choices is difficult to apply. From preliminary research and interviews with practitioners we assume business models would help to evaluate investment decisions. The business model approach provides a robust qualitative framework and is suitable to evaluate firm potential. To contribute to only limited research in that area we ask: In what business models do top investment managers for renewable energy prefer to invest? We report from choice experiments with top investment managers for renewable energy with important implications for renewable energy managers and research.
Language
English
Keywords
renewable energy
investments
business models
HSG Classification
not classified
Refereed
No
Book title
Energy, Policies and Technologies for Sustainable Economies
Publisher
International Association for Energy Economics
Publisher place
Cleveland, OH
Start page
320
Event Title
10th International Association of Energy Economics (IAEE) European Conference
Event Location
Vienna
Event Date
07.-10.09.2009
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Division(s)
Eprints ID
56032