The True Cost of Electric Power: Summary for Policymakers

The of 2 The True Cost of Electric Power Resources for the Future (RFF) is an independent, nonpartisan think tank that, through its social science research, enables policymakers and stakeholders to make better, more informed decisions about energy, environmental, and natural resource issues. Founded in 1952 and located in Washington, DC, its research scope comprises initiatives in nations around the world. REN21 convenes international multi-stakeholder leadership to enable a rapid global transition to renewable energy. It promotes appropriate policies that increase the wise use of renewable energies in developing and industrialized economies. Open to a wide variety of dedicated stakeholders, REN21 connects governments, international institutions, nongovernmental organizations, industry associations, and other partnerships and initiatives. REN21 leverages their successes and strengthens their influence for the rapid expansion of renewable energy worldwide. Disclaimer: ReN21 issue papers and reports are released by ReN21 to emphasize the importance of renewable energy and to generate discussion of issues central to the promotion of renewable energy. While ReN21 papers and reports have benefited from the considerations and input from the ReN21 community, they do not necessarily represent a consensus among network participants on any given point. Although the information given in this report is the best available to the authors at the time, ReN21 and its participants cannot be held liable for its accuracy and correctness.