EY - Renewable Energy Country Attractiveness Index

The Renewable Energy Country Attractiveness Index report is a comprehensive guide to the current state of the renewables industry. The report highlights key developments in 10 global markets, including Egypt's ambitions for its onshore wind sector and Japan's push to increase its share of the solar PV market. The report also defines questions that investors should consider when evaluating renewable energy opportunities, such as the long-term need for additional energy supply, policy stability, project delivery, and the strength of natural resources. The report emphasizes the importance of macroeconomic factors in driving the attractiveness of individual markets. It identifies factors that will increasingly become key market differentiators as markets move toward grid parity, such as the availability of financing, the strength of the regulatory environment, and the ability to manage risk. The report also highlights the impact of global economic conditions on the renewables industry. It notes that global growth continues to slow in the face of elevated inflation, higher interest rates, tighter financial conditions, and the lingering impact of the war in Ukraine. Overall, the report provides valuable insights for investors looking to capitalize on the opportunities presented by the renewables industry. It offers a comprehensive overview of the current state of the industry, identifies key market differentiators, and provides guidance on evaluating renewable energy opportunities. The report also highlights the importance of policy stability and the need for long-term planning in the renewables industry. It notes that investors should consider the long-term need for additional energy supply and the potential for policy changes when evaluating renewable energy opportunities.