Idea - Comparative Study topics

Job description said this position would conduct "A comparative study of other countries that have made significant progress in moving away from fossil fuel consumption" and "A similar comparative study within the U.S. on a region-by-region basis."

What might a comparative study entail?

• Share, levels, and growth rates of renewable energy
• What types and amounts of renewable energy are being used, manufactured
• What policy incentives are in place; what is the uptake rate; expense
• How many jobs are created
• Is transition assistance in place in move away from conventional energy
• How have countries fared economically in transition to renewables