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Assignment- 02
Submitted by,
Shaumik Rahman Ayon
Student ID: 201510028
Department: ME
Level – 4, Term -1
What are the most important factors holding back the transition of
the existing energy system to renewable energy sources?
1. Power to Space Ratio: Space required for renewable technologies are currently
much higher than fossil fuel alternatives.
2. High Initial Cost: Though renewable power plants are often cheaper to run; they
require a high initial investment. It makes them non favorable from investor’s
perspective.