With a growing world population, changing climate, and a greater reliance on electricity, global energy consumption is expected to continue to increase. Solar and wind energy are good options as they are renewable, safe and do not contribute to a lot of emissions as other energy sources. As both energy sources are growing in capacity, it is necessary that they are properly integrated in the planning processes, which should be reflected in the planning documents of municipalities. The aim of this thesis was to examine and compare how the municipalities of Linköping and Örebro integrate wind and solar energy into their planning documents. Additionally, to study the role of external actors and identify possible obstacles for the expansion of renewable energy production in the municipalities. The documents from both municipalities revealed that both municipalities integrate renewable energy through specific goals and plans for wind and solar energy. Linköping focuses on becoming a leader in solar energy production, while Örebro faces fewer obstacles in expanding both wind and solar energy. Both municipalities also work with energy companies and collaborate with various actors to achieve renewable energy goals, as the companies contribute with knowledge, finances, and innovation. The main challenges identified include prohibited areas designated by the armed forces, possible opposition from local communities, and long application processes. Although the research questions were responded to, the potential outcome of this thesis is recognised to have been enhanced and produced more substantial results and contributions, if a more comprehensive method approach was taken.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:UPSALLA1/oai:DiVA.org:liu-195399 |
| Date | January 2023 |
| Creators | Anani, Zein |
| Publisher | Linköpings universitet, Institutionen för tema |
| Source Sets | DiVA Archive at Upsalla University |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Student thesis, info:eu-repo/semantics/bachelorThesis, text |
| Format | application/pdf |
| Rights | info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess |
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